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Sustainability services from SGS – working with you to provide a more responsible, balanced and sustainable future.

We help organizations ensure that they and their partners have efficient and manageable processes and systems in place which comply with stakeholder requirements related to quality, health and safety, environmental management, corporate social responsibility and other areas of sustainable development.

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Aluminum Stewardship Initiative (ASI) Certification

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amfori QMI Audits

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Better Cotton Initiative – Measuring Cotton Consumption: Independent Assessments

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Bonsucro Audits & Certification

Climate Check & Impact Assessment

CSDDD Compliance & Assurance Services

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CSRD Compliance & Assurance Services

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Ecodesign, LCA, EPD & Circular Economy Certification

Multi Generational and Multi Ethnicity Group of Women

EDGE Certification

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EN 15343 Certification

Market Numbers

Equator Principles Assessments

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ESG – Environmental, Social and Governance

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EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)

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EU Timber Regulation

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Forest Management Certification

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FSC™ Chain of Custody

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FSSC 24000 Certification – Social Management Systems

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ISCC PLUS Certification

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ISCC – International Sustainability & Carbon Certification

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ISO 14001 Certification – Environmental Management Systems

Go Green Concept

ISO 14019 Series – Validate and Verify Sustainability Information

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ISO 14046 Certification – Environmental Management Water Footprint

Carbon Dioxide Emissions Issue Concept

ISO 14064-1 Verification – Quantify and Report Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions and Removals

Lower CO2 Emissions and Reduce Carbon Footprint Concept

ISO 14067 Verification – Greenhouse Gases – Carbon Footprint of Products

Lower CO2 Emissions and Reduce Carbon Footprint Concept

ISO 14068-1 Verification – Climate Change Management, Transition to Net Zero – Carbon Neutrality

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ISO 20121 Certification – Event Sustainability Management Systems

ISO 21001:2018 – Management Systems for Educational Organizations Certification

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ISO 26000 Standard – Guidance on Social Responsibility

Green Energy Versus Money Concept

ISO 32210 Standard – Sustainable Finance – Guidance on Applying Sustainability Principles for Organizations in the Financial Sector

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ISO 37001 Certification – Anti-Bribery Management Systems

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ISO 50001 Certification – Energy Management Systems

Circular Economy Concept

ISO 59020 Verification – Circular Economy, Measuring and Assessing Circularity Performance

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OCS European Certification Scheme

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Product Carbon Footprint

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RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil)

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RTRS (Roundtable for Responsible Soy)

S-Carbon – Comprehensive Digital Carbon Management Platform

Man in Safety Vest Checking Boxes

SA8000 Certification – Social Accountability

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SIX Swiss Exchange 1.5°C Climate Equity Flag Reviews

Solar Power Plant

Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) Assessments

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Sustainable & Resilient Infrastructure (SuRe®) Certification Audits

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Wood & Wood Fiber Product Due Diligence Systems

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Sustainability is one of today’s hottest topics. With massive media coverage and huge public interest, finding ways to operate in a responsible manner is becoming increasingly important.

But sustainability is nothing new to us. For decades we have been providing sustainability solutions and services for companies and organizations across the globe. As a result, we are perfectly placed to help you be kinder to the environment, have a positive impact on society and achieve greater economic sustainability. We can help you:

  • Become more environmentally responsible: we offer a comprehensive range of testing, verification, certification, consulting and training services. For example, we can verify your CO2 emissions trading. We can advise on the use of wind energy, test soil and water for contaminants, check air quality, assess noise pollution, model groundwater dispersion and establish whether a level of vibration is acceptable. We can also audit and certify your environmental management systems and train your staff on how to implement and report them
  • Ensure sustainable facilities and production: we offer a number of services, including site operation and management, green process design, environmental assessment of your suppliers and a comprehensive set of tools to manage risk within your supply chains
  • Develop a better working or social environment: our audits, reporting and support services can help you with everything from supply chain management and social responsibility to traceability and training

As the world’s leading testing, inspection, certification and verification company, we offer you unrivaled experience, expertise and a global reach. Whatever your specific interest in sustainability, contact us today to find out how our comprehensive range of services can help you.

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