The Better Environmental Sustainability Targets (BEST) certification provides recognition for lead battery manufacturers that meet minimum emission standards and agree to take back used batteries for environmentally sound recycling. The objective is to reduce emissions from lead battery plants and recyclers, and prevent lead poisoning through an incentive program for these companies.
Learn more: Better Environmental Sustainability Targets (BEST) Standard 1001 website
Conformity with Better Environmental Sustainability Targets (BEST) Standard 1001's standard is verified by an independent organization (third party).
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India
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Last updated: 20 January 2012