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SCS Standards, a non-profit standard development organization, is pleased to announce the publication of SCS-115, Certification Standard for Product Carbon Intensity and Reduction for Chemicals and Co-products. SCS-115 was developed by SCS Standards in collaboration with Shell Chemicals, Berry Global Group, Inc., and X, the moonshot factory. The standard provides a methodology for third-party…

SCS Standards is pleased to announce that a newly developed certification standard for Water Stewardship and Resiliency is now available for public review. 

The Certification Standard for Water Stewardship and Resiliency (SCS-116) has been developed to recognize organizations that responsibly manage water resources. It aims to:

• Stimulate nature-based and innovative…

SCS Standards, a non-profit standard setting body is pleased to announce the publication of the final version 1-0 of the SCS-007-1 Certification Standard for Sustainability Rated Diamonds. SCS-007-1 is the first comprehensive, multi-stakeholder sustainability standard developed for the gemstone-quality diamonds, both natural and laboratory-grown. The standard was first introduced in 2020 under…

SCS Standards is pleased to announce that a newly developed cradle-to-gate product carbon intensity certification standard is now available for public review.  

The Certification Standard for Product Carbon Intensity and Reduction (SCS-115) was developed by SCS Standards, with the support and input of industry experts. SCS-…

SCS Standards is pleased to announce that a final version 1.0 of the SCS-007-1 Certification Standard for Sustainability Rated Diamonds is now available for public review.  

The Standard was first introduced in 2020 under “trial use” status. It has been tested in the field by dozens of industry stakeholders since resulting in…

SCS Standards is pleased to announce that version 8.0 of the SCS-103 Certification Standard for Recycled Content is now available for public review and comments.  

The Standard was first introduced in 1989 in response to the burgeoning interest in recycled content claims and the introduction of innovative new recycling…

SCS Standards is pleased to announce that version 7.0 of the SCS-104 Biodegradable Standard is now available for public review. Products within the scope of certification include liquid and powder products intended for disposal down the drain. This includes, but is not limited to, cleaners, degreasers, detergents, soaps, personal care products and cosmetics. 

The Standard was…

SCS Standards today announced the publication of an updated version of the Certification Standard for Veriflora® Sustainably Grown Cut Flowers and Potted Plants (SCS-001-2 Version 4).  Third-party certification under this internationally recognized standard ensures that producers are working diligently to provide a safe and healthy work environment, support farm…

SCS Standards is pleased to announce that a version 4.0 of the SCS-001-2 Certification Standard for Veriflora® Sustainably Grown Cut Flowers and Potted Plants is now available for public review.  

The Standard was first introduced in 2004 to provide cut flower and potted plant producers globally with a detailed roadmap to demonstrate leadership in environmental protection, social…

SCS Standards is pleased to announce publication of the new Annex A to the existing SCS-103 Certification Standard for Recycled Content. Annex A focuses on the electrical and electronic equipment sectors. 

The Annex was developed by a diverse multi-stakeholder group that includes:  Amazon, the Center for the Circular Economy at Closed Loop Partners, De’Longhi, Dell…