Certification Standard for Water Stewardship and Resiliency

This standard (SCS-116) is applicable to organizations of all sizes and industries seeking to demonstrate effective water stewardship and water resiliency practices. It provides a framework for assessing and managing site-specific climate- and water-related risks, water quality monitoring, and responsible water use practices. Certification against SCS-116 requires organizations to implement measures that improve water stewardship, strengthen resilience to climate-related impacts, and promote transparent reporting of environmental performance. By encouraging responsible water management, risk reduction, and the adoption of innovative and nature-based solutions, this standard supports the long-term sustainability of water resources and the communities that depend on them. 

For complete information about all standard criteria, download "SCS-116 Water Stewardship and Resiliency Standard V1.1" (see Documents section, to right).

Assurance System:

Conformance with SCS-116 requirements is assessed through annual audits conducted by SCS Global Services, a qualified and independent third party. Audits are conducted according to scheme-specific and relevant international standards. For full details about the SCS-116 assurance system, download “SCS-116 Certification Body Requirements” (see Documents section, to right).

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