Alphabetical index of 334 ecolabels. Use the categories to the right to refine this list..
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The certification in Italy is issued for energy produced from wind, PV, solar thermal, geothermal, sustainable hydro, tidal & waves, biogas and sustainable biomass & bio-fuel plants. The certificates does not cover energy from fossil fuels, nuclear and thermal transformation of solid urban wastes. Nevertheless it is admitted to yield the 20% of the energy production from water pumping and …
Within the 4C Association coffee farmers, trade and industry and civil society from around the world work together for more sustainability in the entire coffee sector. This global community has joined forces to continuously improve the social, environmental and economic conditions for the people making their living from coffee. Main pillars of 4C are a code of conduct, rules of participation for …
The original premise of the 80 PLUS program was to enlist utilities and computer manufacturers to participate in an innovative upstream buy-down program to integrate more energy-efficient power supplies into desktop computers. The program has now evolved into the Ecos Plug Load Solutions program, which promotes and incents a broad array of highly energy-efficient commercial and retail technologies.
France's national logo for organic products. Organic products carrying the logo must contain more than 95 percent organic components, and be produced or processed within the EU, and were certified by one of the inspection bodies accredited according to EN 45011.
Associação de Agricultores Biológicos do Estado do Rio de Janeiro is providing certification of organic farming. Criteria of the ABIO have been developed based on the parameters of the International Federation for Organic Agriculture Movements - IFOAM. The ABIO certfied farms are inspected on a continuous basis. Farming sites, their products, water and soiles are sampled and undergo laboratory analysis …
Acorn offers accredited recognition for organisations evaluating and improving their environmental performance through the phased implementation of an environmental management system (EMS). Acorn focuses on environmental improvements that are linked to business competitiveness and is flexible so that all types of organisation, whatever their size, can participate.
Type I ecolabel system aimed at recognizing environmental friendly products or services. Certification procedure based on auditing and labs test. The program will mark those products with less environmental impacts. It is mainly oriented to consumer products.
Organic production standards and certification for South Africa accredited by IFOAM.
Italian Association for Organic Agriculture's certification.
The label covers all textile products and pre-products made with natural fibres.
Established by the Ministry of Agriculture as a unique label for the different organic food producers associations. It is only given for food produced by organic farming. There are two versions of the label, one without specification of the origin (black label) and one with specification of the origin (red label).
A certification scheme that assesses the sustainability of building products and furniture.To qualify, building materials must be made primarily from renewable virgin resources, mineral resources and secondary resources for which recycling is logistically and energetically feasible. They are made from raw materials which are preferably obtained locally; they derive from a production process which does …
A guide and rating system resulting in a certificate for the assessment of building quality, in terms of Summary project description and issue level results of the evaluation: • Resource Consumption • Environmental Loadings • Indoor Environmental Quality • Durability • Safety and Security • Quality of the design process • Quality of the construction process • Quality of amenities …
The AsureQuality Organic Standard is based on internationally recognised guidelines and is accredited by the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM).
This is a Type III declaration for building products. It is based on ISO 14025 and declares environmental information without a rating step. It is meant to identify properties of building products that are relevant to the environmental performance of buildings, and it is based on LCA.
Audubon International's environmental and sustainability education and certification programs require individuals responsible for the membership type to meet specific environmental or sustainability performance requirements. Standards currently exist for communities, neighborhoods, new land developments, land development renovations, schools, businesses, golf courses, and lodging facilities.
ACO provides certification services to operators from all sectors of the organic industry. Certification ensures compliance with national production standards and allows trace back of all products to their origin.
Enables users and consumers of timber and wood-based products to be assured that the origin of timber or wood-based products are derived from sources that have been independently, third-party certified from sustainably managed forests. The Australian Forest Certification Scheme covers both forest management (FM) and chain of custody (CC) certification.
AvoGreen® is a Pest Monitoring programme with an auditable avocado production system based on the principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM). The programme aims to keep pest populations at levels below those that can cause economic loss and with careful monitoring and trace-back systems provide overall quality and safety assurances to all customers.
BASF SE has developed a label for products that have been evaluated by an Eco-Efficiency Analysis. The awarding of the label is dependent on demanding requirements: After conclusion of the analysis a third party evaluation (peer review) is requested. Furthermore, publication of the results of the analysis will be undertaken via internet. The label can be carried on for three years. After that period, …
B Corporations are a new type of corporation which uses the power of business to solve social and environmental problems. B Corporations are unlike traditional responsible businesses because they meet comprehensive and transparent social and environmental performance standards, institutionalize stakeholder interests, and build collective voice through the power of a unifying brand. B Corporations' …
The makers of the products marked with this label use natural raw material such as plant oils, fats and waxes, herbal extracts and essential oils and aromatic materials from controlled biological cultivation or controlled biological wild collection. In addition to the careful selection of raw materials, the ecological impact of each product plays an important role.
Beluga’s objective is to improve quality of life by promoting environmental conservation and ecologically sustainable development. We do this by arousing interest in environmental issues in collaboration with the government and government ministries, municipalities, companies and individuals. A good environmental policy leads to improved well being of employees, a stronger image of companies and …
The Best Aquaculture Practices Certified (BAP Certified) mark on retail packaging tells consumers that seafood came from BAP certified aquaculture facilities. The Best Aquaculture Practices standards, developed by the Global Aquaculture Alliance, form the basis for BAP certification. The standards specifically protect biodiversity and worker rights within a program that addresses environmental, …
The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) is a voluntary program that aims to establish global principles and criteria for cotton growers and retailers. The programme intends to be applied through regionally specific implementation strategies and tools and is complementary to Certified Organic and Fairtrade cotton. The BCI standard calls for phasing out pesticides categorized as WHO Class I, ensuring water …
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.
The Better Sugar Cane Initiative (BSI) is an open voluntary non profit multi-stakeholder organisation aiming to improve the social, environmental, and economic sustainability of sugar cane production.The BSI is developing a standard currently, and is committed to achieving a sugar cane industry that:- Promotes responsible business practices free of corruption and bribery and in compliance with relevant …
Biodar produced foodstuffs are the harvest and products produced on Slovenian farms operated according to international IFOAM basic standards.
Organic producer and consumer organisation actively working to grow organics in New Zealand. Developed over twenty-five years especially for New Zealand organic producers the BioGro NZ Organic Standards are practical and achievable.
Bio Hellas is a certification for Organic food (crops and meat) produced in Greece. It is accredited by IFOAM and the European Union Organics Program
The Biokreis is a non-governmental organisation. Its goals are: - to help farmers to grow organically, - to bring farmers and manufacturers together - regionally and on a fair basis, - to promote Organic Agriculture, - to inform consumers about organic agriculture and a healthy lifestyle.
Based on the organic-biological method the Bioland farmers gave themselves organic farming standards, which they continuously maintained, adapted and developed, so that it now includes all aspects of a modern ecological agricultural production, animal husbandry as well as food processing. All Bioland members and contract partners submit to the Bioland inspection system. The compliance with the Bioland …
The presence of the BIO Québec logo on products ensures that these products have been certified according to the Québec Organic Reference Standards, a set of requirements developed for Québec businesses, and guarantees that the products contain at least 95% ingredients of organic origin.
All agricultural products produced according to the requirements outlined in the EU Regulation on Organic Farming , as referenced in the German Organic Food Labelling Act, are permitted to use the Bio-Siegel label. At least 95% of of the agricultural ingredients contained in processed products must come from organic production.
Indicates fully organic, produced in Switzerland. More than 90% of the raw materials come from Switzerland.
Verifies through third-party, independent certification that coffee has been grown using shade management practices that provide good bird habitats. Only allows organic certifiers to issue the Bird Friendly label on organically certified coffees.
The Blue Angel promotes the concerns of both environmental protection and consumer protection. Therefore it is awarded to products and services which are particularly beneficial for the environment in an all-round consideration and which also fulfill high standards of occupational health and safety and fitness for use.
An ecolabel awarded to over 3200 beaches and marinas in 36 countries across Europe, South Africa, Morocco, New Zealand, Canada and the Caribbean in 2006.
The independent bluesign® standard is the response to the colossally increasing demand for textile products that are environmentally friendly, pose no health hazards, and conserve resources to the greatest possible extent. This demand is originating as a result of strict legislation, and meeting it will be crucial for future success. The bluesign® standard is the most efficient way to guarantee compliance …
BOMA BESt (Building Environmental Standards) is a national program managed by BOMA Canada to address an industry need for realistic standards for energy and environmental performance of existing buildings based on accurate, independently verified information.
BREEAM (BRE Environmental Assessment Method) is an environmental assessment method for buildings around the world. BREEAM provides clients, developers, designers and others with - market recognition for low environmental impact buildings - assurance that best environmental practice is incorporated into a building - inspiration to find innovative solutions that minimise the environmental impact - …
Environmental Profiles allow designers to demand reliable and comparable environmental information about competing building materials, and give suppliers the opportunity to present credible environmental information about their products.
Endorsement scheme for a wide range of products (from air conditioners and bedding to cars and cleaning products) which specifically restrict or remove high levels of named allergens from the environment.
The Green Checkmark logo with the words British Columbia Certified Organic can only be used by producers and processors who have been certified to the British Columbia Certified Organic Program. The standards are the National Canada Organic Standards.
Built Green promotes and recognize environmentally responsible residential home construction and renovation with four standards or labels. Rating levels are linked to the labels. Members and home buyers have the flexibility of choosing their level of participation, thereby offering broader appeal. Bronze represents the minimum of achievement level, Silver is the next level, and Gold is the third …
Certification of buildings according to criteria including the environment and health.
Permitted for use only on those food products certified as meeting the revised Canadian standard for organic production and that contain at least 95 percent organic ingredients.
Responsible for the certification of environmental practitioners in Canada.
The CarbonFree® Product Certification label is aimed at increasing awareness of product emissions and recognizing companies that are compensating for their carbon footprint. The label was created in response to the growing market for eco-friendly products, and consumer demand for transparent, credible and readily accessible information at the point of purchase. By determining a product’s carbon …
CarbonNeutral® is the registered trademark of The CarbonNeutral Company and is a global standard to certify that businesses have measured and reduced their CO2 emissions to net zero for their company, products, operations or services. Permission to display the CarbonNeutral mark is only given to clients whose carbon reduction programme is implemented in accordance with The CarbonNeutral Protocol. …
The Carbon Reduction Label is a public commitment that the carbon footprint of a product or service has been measured and certified and the owner of the product or service has committed to reduce that footprint over the following two years. The footprint that has been calculated will have been rigorously measured and be comparable based on the PAS2050 standard and Footprint Expert(TM). This will …
The Carbon Trust Standard is a certification mark of excellence, designed to recognise organisations for real carbon reduction. To qualify, organisations must measure, manage and genuinely reduce their carbon footprint and commit to reducing it year on year. Benefits of achieving the Standard include: - Independent validation of your environmental credentials - Meet increasing consumer demand …
Certification scheme for organisations, products, services and events, that have measured, managed (reduced) and mitigated (offset) greenhouse gas emissions.
The Group has developed the Carrefour Agir Éco Planète range, which comprises products that are certified (European Ecolabel, FSC, MSC and so on) or which carry an external support. In 2007, the HPC range was extended to include 13 eco-label products marketed in four countries: France, Belgium, Spain and Greece. The non-food sector also offers Agir Éco Planète products, including …
CASBEE (Comprehensive Assessment System for Built Environment Efficiency) is a a Japanese assessment and certification tool for buildings that covers: (1) Energy efficiency (2) Resource efficiency (3) Local environment (4) Indoor environment. Four CASBEE assessment tools serving at each stage of the design process- CASBEE for Pre-design; - CASBEE for New Construction;- CASBEE for Existing Building; …
CEMARS certification is for large organisation or large emitting industries to measure their greenhouse gas emissions, put in place plans to reduce them and have both of these steps independently certified.The CEMARS methodology for producing an organisational carbon footprint is aligned with the internationally recognisedGreenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) for corporate accounting and reporting …
Committed to promoting sustainable forest management through independent third party forest certification.
Administrator of the Chilean Sustainable Forest Management Certification System.
A product certification program integrating “pot to plate” standards for environmental management, food safety and quality, work place safety and animal welfare.
The Envirodesic certification mark is licensed to qualified builders, manufacturers and service-providers whose buildings, products and services meet stringent standards for healthy environments.
Responsible for the certification of environmental practitioners in Canada.
Designed to certify that animals raised for dairy, lamb, poultry and beef products are treated in a humane manner. Traceability ensures that that products come from the farms that were inspected. Under the program, growth hormones are prohibited and animals are raised on a diet without antibiotics. Antibiotics can be used in the treatment of sick animals. Access to clean and sufficient food …
The makers of the products marked with the BDIH "Certified Natural Cosmetics" seal use natural raw material such as plant oils, fats and waxes, herbal extracts and essential oils and aromatic materials from controlled biological cultivation or controlled biological wild collection. In addition to the careful selection of raw materials, the ecological impact of each product plays an important …
Certified Naturally Grown is a Grassroots Alternative to the USDA's National Organic Program meant primarily for small farmers distributing through local channels - farmer's markets, roadside stands, local restaurants, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs and small local grocery stores.
Signifies that products are vegan, defined as containing no animal ingredients or by-products, using no animal ingredients or by-products in the manufacturing process, and not tested on animals by any company or independent contractor.
Products may be certified by WFEN if: * The product contributes directly to in situ conservation of key species. Qualified products are fundamentally linked to on-the-ground conservation actions. A direct link between production and conservation is essential for certification by the Network. Products that donate a percentage of profits to conservation but do not abate threats to key species fall …
CertiPUR® is a voluntary standard to advance the safety, health and environmental (SHE) performance of flexible polyurethane foams used in bedding and upholstered furniture. The scheme takes into account existing standards and scientific studies related to emanations from foams, product criteria and risk assessments.
Chao Vivi is an organic food products and production processes label from Brazil, providing a guarantee of origin and assurance of conformity of organic products with national and international standards.
A voluntary program aiming to save energy and reduce emissions through stimulating manufacturers to produce more resource efficient products and helping consumers to make more sustainable purchase decisions.
This is a compulsory scheme created under the Energy Label Administration Regulation. The primary goal is to save energy, improve energy efficiency, regulate product market, create fair market competition, bring consumer's awareness, and ultimately develop an "energy-saving society".
This is an organic food and product label whose mission is to promote the development of organic agriculture and food in China.
Water conservation label for Industrial Products; Agricultural Products; Residential Products; Unconventional Water Resources Utilization Products (62 different product categories)
CHPS is leading a national movement to improve student performance and the entire educational experience by building the best possible schools. CHPS develops tools that help make schools energy, water and material efficient, well-lit, thermally comfortable, acoustically sound, safe, healthy and easy to operate.Resources offered by CHPS include a six-volume best practices manual, training and conferences, …
Promotes market-based approaches to reduce pollution and increase energy efficiency and renewable energy and provides information on certification levels and procedures.
CIMS is an organizational Standard and certification program that applies to management, operations, performance systems, and processes. The Standard is divided into six areas of management best practices: Quality systems; Service delivery; Human resources; Health, safety, and environmental stewardship; Management commitment; and Green Building (GB). Certification demonstrates that a cleaning organization …
Members of this programme ensure that their marinas are following environmentally sound practices and protecting waterways.
The Climate Change Allies Program helps individuals and companies understand the importance of the contribution they can make to improve the global environment and gives them the tools they need to assume responsibility for the CO2 emissions of their vehicles and their companies. The certificate given to the companies is for "Actions of green house gases compensation". The compensation is through …
The aim of climatop is to label the most climate friendly products and services (best-in-class). Similar products of a product family (functional unit) are compared with respect to their environmental emissions. Products that cause CO2-eq emissions that are generally 20% lower, receive the label. Only products that have an environmental balance, which is at least equal or better than the one of the …
Tech buyers, especially the eco-sensitive, can look out for the CNET Asia Green Tag, awarded to products that have a minimum of two recognized ecolabels.
The BPI's Compostable Logo identifies products that meet ASTM D6400 (for plastics) or ASTM D6868 (for fibre based applications) and will compost satisfactorily in large scale composting facilities.
The Composting Association is committed to the sustainable management of biodegradable resources. It promotes the benefits of composting and other biological treatment techniques and the use of biologically treated materials for the enhancement of the environment, business and society.
Provides quality assurance for compost. Additionally established a RAL Label for digestate products from biowaste and a RAL Label for digestate products from renewable energy crops.
For textiles made from cotton by controlled biological cultivation. Covers the entire textile chain and undertakes additional pollution testing by external labs and Coop quality safety.
Cradle to CradleSM Certification provides a company with a means to demonstrate efforts in eco-intelligent design. Cradle to CradleSM Certification is a third-party sustainability label that requires achievement in multiple areas: * use materials that are safe for human health and the environment across their life cycles * product and system design for material reutilization, such as recycling …
The CAN/CSA-Z809 SFM chain-of-custody label demonstrates that forest products have originated from a forest certified to CAN/CSA-Z809 SFM and have been verified to the CSA Chain-of-Custody requirements through an independent third party audit.
The Danish Indoor Climate label is a tool for development and selection of indoor air quality friendly products and better understanding of the impact of products and materials on the indoor air quality in buildings.
The designation ‘organic' (økologisk) and the Danisheco-label (the red Ø symbol) may only be used on milk, meats, eggs,cereals, vegetables etc. from farms authorised for organic production.The Department of Organic Farming checks that organic farms complywith the rules applicable to both organic plant and animal husbandry.They inspect enterprises producing or marketing organicfeedingstuffs, seeds …
Ecolabel for holiday parks, caravan and camping sites and park home estates based on specific measures and management criteria.
The Design for the Environment Safer Product Labeling Program advances EPA's mission to protect human health and the environment. The program uses EPA's chemical expertise and resources to carefully evaluate products and to label only those that have met the program's highly protective standards. By allowing use of the logo on products, EPA empowers consumers and commercial purchasers to select safer, …
German Ribbon of Quality for Wine offers consumers good orientation in selecting high quality wines that are cultivated in environmentally sound conditions
Certification mark for refilled toner modules and refilled inkjet print heads.
Means no dolphins were intentionally chased or encircled with deadly tuna nets, nor were any dolphins killed or seriously injured.
New & remodeled homes certified as Earth Advantage ensures that the highest standards of energy efficiency, indoor air quality, resource efficiency and environmental responsibility are being met.
The EarthRight standards are structured to serve as practical and instructive guidelines for organizations interested in taking a proactive, staged approach to improving their environmental stewardship and financial performance. There are three achievement levels: EarthRight Silver, Gold and Green; each increasingly signifies more commitment, stakeholder engagement, and impact reduction achievement. …
This Ecma Standard identifies design practices for Information and Communication Technology and Consumer Electronic products with a rated voltage not exceeding 1000 V r.m.s., intended for domestic or commercial use that could reduce the environmental impact of the product. This Standard specifies requirements and recommendations for the design of commercially viable, environmentally conscious products.
Specifies environmental attributes and measurement methods for ICT and CE products according to known regulations, standards, guidelines and currently accepted practices. It includes a company environmental profile, and environmental product attributes.
The EcoBroker logo is a symbol of environmentally responsible and sustainable practices in the real estate industry. EcoBroker Certified real estate agents receive additional training on energy and environmental issues that relate to real estate transactions. EcoBrokers help sellers effectively market properties with green features, and help buyers find homes with the green features they …
With substantial emission and toxicological testing living up to more than just the legal specifications, eco-Institut supplies clients a reliable and significant label for building products and textiles without any health hazards.
The eco-leaf is an environmental product declaration based on a life cycle analysis consisting of three parts: 1. a product environmental aspects declaration; 2. a product environmental information data sheet; 3. the product data sheet.
The eco-living seal is a private label for Living Direct, an online retail company, specializing inconsumer appliances, indoor air quality products, and lawn and gardenfurniture. the eco-living seal is awarded to products that meet eco-friendly standards and are certified by Energy Star, RoHS, and HEPA.
Founded in 1988 by the Government of Canada but now recognized world-wide, EcoLogo is North America’s largest environmental standard and certification mark. EcoLogo provides customers – public, corporate and consumer – with assurance that the products and services bearing the logo meet stringent standards of environmental leadership. With THOUSANDS of EcoLogo Certified products, EcoLogo certifies …
A government operated seal of approval program for environmentally preferable consumer products.
The Japan Eco-Mark is attached to a product that has been certified as contributing to environmental preservation. It is also aimed at consumers seeking environmentally friendly product choices. Certification Criteria for every product category have taken into account the product's life cycle (resource extraction, manufacture, distribution, use, disposal, recycling).
The label is for textiles, especially textiles made from cotton. The products have to meet certain criteria throughout their entire life cycle, including environmental performance, the abolition of child labour and a reduction of negative effects on human health.
Launched by the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, this ecolabel indicates certified products and companies that actively make an effort to protect the environment through a modal shift to rail transportation. Eco-Rail certified products travels solely on land or, if not, at least 500 kilometers on land and 30% or more of the goods are carried on railways.
A programme for environmental management and certification, and sustainable development education, for schools.
Eco Warranty is an Environmental Management Standard (EMS) that organisations around the globe are choosing to demonstrate their commitment to the environment.
This is a private label from company EIZO (who develop, design, manufacture and sell display monitors andperipherals, amusement products, and imaging system software). Products bearing the "EIZO Eco Products 200X" label meet the requirements of internal standards such as the use of lead-free steel plates without chrome and also comply to international environmental standards such as TCO'06, …
Recognises and rewards those organisations that go beyond minimum legal compliance and continuously improve their environmental performance.
Provides consumers and users with better, more reliable information and promotes the design, production, marketing, use and consumption of products and services that fulfil certain environmental quality requirements beyond those established as compulsory under current regulations.
EnerGuide for Appliances ecolabel shows how much energy appliances consume in a year of normal service and makes it possible to compare the energy efficiency of each model to others of the same size and class. It has been endorsed under the Canada's Energy Efficiency Regulaitons. Energuide label indicates that appliance meets Canada's minimum energy performance levels.
Shows information about your home's energy use. The program is designed to help new home builders plan and build energy efficient, cost-effective homes. Scoring systems rates homes from 0 (lowest) to 100 (highest).
Directive 2002/91/EC on the energy performance of buildings. Member States are obliged to ensure that when buildings are constructed, sold or rented out, an Energy Performance Certificate is made available to the owner or by the owner to the tenant or potential buyer. The certification shall also include advices and information on how to improve energy performance. It concerns such elements as building …
To promote deployment of energy efficiency technologies and application of market incentive mechanism, as well as to encourage manufacturers to invest in research and development of high energy efficiency products
Provides energy rating information on the energy efficiency of major electrical appliances.
According to the Energy Conservation Law, energy efficiency labeling of designated products is mandatory. The label has to contain the product name, model, energy consumption efficiency ratio and power/fuel consumption. In this case the label does not require presentation of energy consumption performance parameters for product as a relative comparison with other products but an achievement …
Energy saving products use less energy and therefore have less of an environmental impact as well as being cheaper to run. The Energy Saving Recommended logo is a quick and easy way to spot the most energy efficient products on the market.
The ENERGY STAR logo identifies the most energy efficient equipment for a variety of types of products to guide consumers when they are making purchases. There is a certification logo and also a bilingual promotional logo.
ENERGY STAR is New Zealand's mark of energy efficiency. It is typically awarded to the top 25 percent most energy efficient appliances, home electronic products and office equipment in each category. It is used in conjunction with minimum energy performance standards and comparative labelling.
ENERGY STAR is a voluntary government-backed program dedicated to helping individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. The ENERGY STAR mark is the national symbol for energy efficiency, making it easy for consumers and businesses to identify high-quality, energy-efficient products, homes, and commercial and industrial buildings. ENERGY STAR distinguishes what is efficient/better …
An Environmental Management System (EMS) certifying standard. The 5-step Enviro-Mark process tackles the implementation equivalent to the requirements of ISO 14001:2004. Steps are: 1. Bronze: Compliance with relevant health, safety and environmental legislation2. Silver: Production of an appropriate environmental policy based on the identification of environmental aspects and impacts3. Gold: Implementation …
A voluntary, multiple specifications based environmental labelling programme that operates to international standards and principles.
The main objective of awarding the Environmental Label is the promotion of products with a reduced adverse environmental impact as compared to other equivalent products. Awarding of the Environmental Label was established to promote development of new (eg. low-waste) technologies, production and consumption of products less adverse to the environment, pollution reduction and a more economical management …
The National Programme for Labelling Environmentally Friendly Products was declared on 14 April 1994. The guarantor of the programme is the Ministry of the Environment. Its task is to publish newly approved criteria documents and other preconditions for acquiring the license to use the ecolabel. In addition, the Minister of the Environment approves and signs criteria documents with requirements associated …
EPR-accredited companies have taken significant steps to ensure that environmental standards are adhered to in their manufacturing facilities. The primary goal of the EPR program is to assist plastic film and bag producers to lessen their impact on the environment.
Responsible for the certification of environmental practitioners in Canada.
Responsible for the certification of environmental practitioners in Canada.
The overall goal of an Environmental Product Declaration, EPD, is to provide relevant, verified and comparable information to meet various customer and market needs. The international EPD®system has the ambition to help and support organisations to communicate the environmental performance of their products (goods and services) in a credible and understandable way.
EWOF Site Standard The EWOF Site Standard is the first standard to be launched. This standard was developed to: •Provide recognition for small, single-site businesses •Increase the uptake of formal environmental management participation •Provide consumers and the community with some reassurance about the site based activities of businesses The EWOF Site Standard provides recognition …
EnviroStars is an environmental certification program designed to address hazardous wastes being generated by small businesses in Washington State. EnviroStars is limited to companies generating small quantities of hazardous waste -less than 220 pounds per month, and who and accumulate no more than 2,200 pounds of hazardous waste on site at any time.
EPEAT is a system that helps purchasers evaluate, compare and select electronic products based on their environmental attributes. The system currently covers desktop and laptop computers, thin clients, workstations and computer displays, but will expand to additional electronic product categories over time. Standards development is underway through IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers) …
The EQUITRADE logo is found on products with raw materials originating from a poor community, and which it also tries to ensure are manufactured, packaged and marketed from there too.
This label indicates tourism options which promote local economic development and the conservation of natural and cultural heritage of Estonia.
Organic farming label from Estonia.The label is awarded to producers or handlers whose enterprise has been approved on the basis of the Organic Farming Act. The conditions for using an organic label in the European Union are thesame as those applicable for the national organic label.
Forum ETHIBEL promotes ‘Socially Responsible Investing’ (SRI) in the Europe. Forum ETHIBEL encourages dialogue between companies, governments, unions, NGO’s and investors. The search for a fair balance between economic progress, environmental protection, and social justice constitutes the core of so called ‘Corporate Social Responsibility’ (CSR). Forum ETHIBEL provides specific instruments …
A voluntary scheme designed to encourage businesses to market products and services that are kinder to the environment and for European consumers - including public and private purchasers - to easily identify them.
By law, the European Community Energy Label must be displayed on all new household products displayed for sale, hire or hire-purchase. Products are generally rated from ‘A’ to ’G’, with ‘A’ being the most efficient (‘A+’ and ‘A++’ for the most efficient fridges and freezers). Council Directive 92/75/EEC
Provides a simple and effective set of criteria to ensure that green energy products are good for the climate and for the environment. Made up of leading green energy labelling bodies and other stakeholders from across the world, it promotes best practices on green energy and further develops labelling activities to support the development of sustainable green energy.
The organic product label indicates that product has been grown withion sustainable cultivation systems. In the requlations that came in force on the 01 January 2009 greater emphasis is placed ion environmental protection, biodiversity and high standards of animal protection.Organic production must respect natural systems and cycles. Sustainable production should be achieved insofar as possible with …
Eurofins "Indoor Air Comfort" product certification is an innovative tool for showing compliance with low VOC emission requirements from construction products and furniture of all relevant European specifications on two levels: Standard level "Indoor Air Comfort - certified product" shows compliance of product emissions with all legal specifications issued by authorities in the European Union. Higher …
Enables compostable products to be identified by a unique mark and channelled for recovery of their constituent materials in specially developed processes. The Compostability Mark thus conveys product information to waste-disposal plant operators and product image to consumers.
ECMA's TR/70 voluntary product declaration standard identifies and defines the environmental attributes related to ICT (Information and Communication Technology) and CE (Consumer Electronics) products, during their entire life cycle, from conception to end-of-life treatment. The product does not have to comply to fixed requirements, rather the declaration reports the product's performance.
European initiative to encourage production of flowers and plants in a sustainable manner respecting people and the environment.
Social responsibility certification to complement Organic Fair Labor Practices and Community Benefits certification – developed by Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) in conjunction with key stakeholders – validates socially responsible practices in agricultural production and processing. Complementing organic and other environmental certifications, Fair Labor Practices is deisgned to meet the …
Fairtrade aims to reduce poverty by facilitating a “partnership” between producers, businesses and consumers. Fairtrade offers producers a better deal and improved terms of trade, allowing them the opportunity to improve their lives and plan for their future. Fairtrade also gives consumers a powerful way to reduce poverty through their everyday shopping. When a product carries the FAIRTRADE Certification …
FairWertung - the German Fair Recycling Federation - is a network of non-profit organisations and social enterprises (many of them church-related) that comply with criteria laid down by FairWertung for a fair collection and marketing of second-hand clothes. FairWertung also has its own label which can be identified easily. Organisations committing themselves to fulfilling these criteria by a contract …
The Farm Verified Organic program provides organic certification services to companies and individuals, to enable them to market a credible organic product to the consumer. It is accredited to certify to the US National Organic Program; ISO 65, the Canadian Organic Regime (COR), and IFOAM.
FishWise is designed to bring sustainability rankings directly to the point of sale. By providing consumers with this credible, science-based information, FishWise member retailers and distributors increase customer confidence, resulting in seafood sales growth. FishWise uses the rankings of the Monterey Bay Aquarium's Seafood Watch Program. Also, FishWise science staff develops reports using Seafood …
FloorScore is a certification program and label for hard surface flooring products (i.e. vinyl, linoleum, non-PVC reilient flooring). Certified products comply with California indoor air quality emission requirements. Scheme was developed in conjunction with - and is managed by - Scientific Certification Systems (SCS).
Netherlands-based quality seal of approval for suppliers of flowers and plants - criteria include quality, traceability, environment and social aspects.
Ensures all flowers grown and harvested in Colombia meet specific social and environmental standards. This program was started ten years ago by a forward looking group of Colombian flower growers to insist on a common level of best practices that would improve the lives and living standards of all floral farm workers and their families. In addition to establishing social benchmarks, Florverde …
Flower Label Program (FLP) is an association carried by human rights organisations, trade unions, flower traders and producers. It guarantees socially and environmentally responsible conditions in worldwide flower production by using the instrument of certification. Producers who produce according to the criteria of FLP standard may sell their flowers with the so called "flower label". This one is …
Flybe, which is Europe’s largest regional airline, and which has invested over $2 billion in new, environmentally sensitive aircraft over the last two years, has become the first airline in the world to introduce an aircraft eco-labelling scheme. The scheme is in response to the Stern Report’s call for ‘labelling’ to help consumers and businesses make sound decisions. Under the scheme, which …
Food Alliance is a nonprofit organization that certifies farms, ranches, and food processors and distributors for sustainable agricultural and facility management practices. By choosing Food Alliance Certified products, consumers and commercial food buyers support safe and fair working conditions, humane treatment of animals, and good environmental stewardship. Improved practices in Food Alliance …
Analog Forestry is a system which seeks to establish analog ecosystems with architectural structures and ecological functions similar to the original climax or sub climax vegetation. It also seeks to strengthen rural communities, socially as much as economically, through the use of species that provide commercial products. Analog forestry is a complex and holistic form of agroforestry …
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) promotes environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial, and economically viable management of the world's forests. FSC Chain of Custody certification ensuring that products have met FSC standards from raw materials through processing, transformation, manufacturing, and distribution. There are 7 different FSC logos you might encounter: FSC 100% - Products …
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) promotes environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial, and economically viable management of the world's forests. The Forest Management certification valuates forests or woodlands to determine if they are being managed according to an agreed set of standards - the FSC Principles of Responsible Forest Management. In order to sell products as FSC …
Friend of the Sea Approved Fisheries: (a) target stocks which are not overexploited; (b) use fishing methods which don't impact the seabed, and; (c) generate less than average 8% discards.
The Fuel Consumption Label is an Australian Government initiative to promote consumer demand for vehicles with good fuel efficiency and lower greenhouse impact. All new vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes gross vehicle mass sold in Australia, regardless of fuel or body type, are required to have a Fuel Consumption Label on the front windscreen. This includes passenger cars, four wheel drives and light commercial …
Private organic label of the REWE supermarket chain.
The German Sustainable Building Certification was developed by the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB) together with the Federal Ministry of Transport, Building, and Urban Affairs (BMVBS) to be used as a tool for the planning and evaluation of buildings in a comprehensive quality perspective. It is designed as a rating system and covers all relevant topics of sustainable construction.Awards …
Flooring installation materials labelled with the GEV sign EMICODE EC1 "very low emission" grant the greatest possible protection against indoor air pollution.
The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) was developed by leading standard organizations with the aim to unify the various existing standards and draft standards in the field of eco textile processing and to define world-wide recognised requirements that ensure organic status of textiles, from harvesting of the raw materials, through environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing up to labelling …
The Gold Standard Foundation offers a quality label to both CDM/JI and voluntary offset projects, fetching premium prices. To maintain the project's registration and to earn Gold Standard-certified credits, project proponents monitor emission reductions and sustainable development impacts. Gold Standard requires validation and verification by UNFCCC-accredited Designated Operational Entities …
An independent environmental certifier of consumer and building products, offering an environmental labelling and environmental marketing solution for the Australian market.
Referred to as "Good Green Buy" or "Good Environmental Choice" in English. Before a product is allowed to display the Good Environmental Choice ecolabel it must meet certain requirements.
UK certificated scheme with logo, covering environment, animals, people, and more across many product types
The GoodWeave certification program is implemented by RugMark International, a global non-profit organization working to end illegal child labor in the carpet industry and offer educational opportunities to children in South Asia. GoodWeave randomly inspects the looms of companies that agree to employ adults only. Through independent certification and rigorous inspections rugs are labeled …
Businesses displaying the Green America Seal of Approval have successfully completed Green America's screening process and have been approved to be listed as a socially and environmentally responsible or green—businesses in their National Green Pages directory.
An eco-label affirming environmental quality in vacation properties which save natural resources and use them rationally, offer environment friendly tourist activities, healthy, locally produced food and extensive information on the local natural, cultural and historical attractions.
A Green Certified Site™ by CO2Stats indicates that a website's carbon footprint has been calculated and that renewable energy has been purchased to make it carbon neutral. Once signed up, participants are sent a short code snippet to insert into their website which will automatically monitor and neutralize the end-to-end carbon footprint of the website -- not just the servers, but the visitors' …
Headed by former First Lady Amelita Ramos, CGFI has been pro-actively advocating for environmentally-sound policies, practices, norms and behavior among all segments of Philippine society.
GreenCircle™ Certified GreenCircle Certified provides independent certification of green and sustainable aspects of products, manufacturing operations and claims. By issuing a GreenCircle Certification, GreenCircle Certified demonstrates that it has evaluated and verified the information provided by the manufacturer and that the manufacturer is capable of, and consistently produces, a product …
National trade mark of ecologic labelling; Motto: ecological, clean, safe!
Green-e is an independent consumer protection program for the sale of renewable energy and greenhouse gas reductions in the retail market. Green-e offers certification and verification of renewable energy and greenhouse gas mitigation products through: Green-e Energy, a renewable energy certification program; Green-e Climate, a greenhouse gas emission reduction (carbon offset) certification program; …
The Green Flag Program promotes student leadership and activism for the creation of safer and healthier school environments. The Program assists schools to achieve environmental success in the following four issue areas. - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle- Indoor Air Quality- Integrated Pest Management- and Non-Toxic Products.
Provides guidelines and tools to address the Key Performance Areas of water and energy conservation, waste reduction, social inclusion and economic sustainability. The PPDS incorporates EarthCheck Benchmarking Indicators to help measure development issues and reward developers (at the master planning and early development delivery phase) who wish to raise their ecological performance and profile.
The Green Globes assessment and rating system for buildings.
The Green Good Housekeeping Seal helps consumers to make environmentally responsible choices. First, the product must meet Good Housekeeping's satisfaction with its performance and is provided Good Housekeeping's limited warranty: If the product proves defective within two years of purchase, Good Housekeeping will replace the item or refund its purchase price to the customer. Once a product …
As an ANSI Accredited Standards Developer, GEI establishes acceptable indoor air standards for indoor products, environments, and buildings. GEI currently has three third-party certification programs: 1. for Indoor Air Quality (low emitting interior building materials, furnishings, and finish systems); 2. for Children & Schools (low emitting interior building materials, furnishings, …
Australian government scheme whose logo means that a product or service’s greenhouse gas emissions have been offset through approved greenhouse gas reduction projects
This label gives an indication of Fujitsu Siemens' product’s green credentials. To achieve a green label, products must fulfil a number of crucial criteria related to production methods, materials, recycling and energy efficiency. The label uses a simple three-tier system to show how green each product is – ranging from one star through to the highest three-star accolade.
International ecolabel for tourism products. The Green Key is a diploma awarded to companies within tourism.
The HAC Green Key ecolabel represents the results of a voluntary, self-administered audit of a hotel's environmental impacts. On completion of an online questionnaire, a rating of 1-5 Green Keys is generated. Questionnaire covers: energy conservation, water conservation, solid waste management, hazardous waste management, indoor air quality, community outreach, building infrastructure, land use, …
Carpets, carpet pads, and adhesives identified with the Green Label emit no more than allowable levels of TVOCs, formaldehyde, and a few other substances. The Green-Label-Plus label (launched in 2004) sets a higher standard for Indoor Air Quality and ensures that customers are purchasing the very lowest emitting products on the market.
The Green Label / Green Mark gives overall assessment of a product's environmental quality relative to other products in its category. The scheme is based on Israeli Standard SI 1738, which is itself based on EU Directive 880/92.
The Greenlist™ process provides ratings for more than 95 percent of the raw materials we use, including solvents, propellants, insecticides, packaging and more. Through the Greenlist™ process, each raw material receives a rating from 3 to 0, which helps us go beyond regulatory requirements to continually make our products better. An ingredient with a 3 rating is considered “Best,” 2 is “Better,” …
To promote the concept of recycling, pollution reduction and resource conservation.
Recognizes and promotes environmentally friendly practices in offices, particularly in the service sector.
To establish biodegradable plastics technology (GreenPla) and to foster its extensive commercial use.
GreenPower is a national accreditation program that sets stringent environmental and reporting standards for renewable electricity products offered by energy suppliers to households and businesses in Australia. It is managed by a consortia of Australian State Government agencies.
The GRA's model provides a convenient way for all sectors of the restaurant industry, which represents 10% of the U.S. economy, to become more environmentally sustainable. The GRA utilizes a collaborative strategy that involves restaurants, manufacturers, vendors, grassroots organizations, government, media, and restaurant customers. Certified restaurants must meet the following standards: 1. …
An independent non-profit founded in 1989, Green Seal certifies thousands of products and services that meet science-based environmental standards that are credible and transparent. Green Seal utilizes a life-cycle approach to ensure tangible reductions in the whole environmental footprint. They are ANSI-accredited and meet ISO and GEN requirements. Products only earn Green Seal certification after …
An independent, non-profit certification program that promotes practitioners of effective, prevention-based pest control while minimizing the need to use pesticides. Evaluates and certifies both pest control professionals and buildings and facilities that meet high standards of Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
Purpose of the label is to promote the production and use of products that maximize sustainability, protect the environment and protect human health. Currently certifies cleaning products.
A Green Star NZ certification reflects the commitment and leadership of the building owner to green building practices and environmental performance. Green Star NZ addresses the needs of specific building types, such as office buildings, industrial buildings and education buildings, in the design phase, and following construction (the Built phase). The tools assess the environmental impact that …
The program is based on set of operating standards and targets that define a "green restaurant." Restaurants accredited under the Green Table ecolabel have committed to a set of guidelines covering solid waste, water conservation, energy conservation, pollution prevention (which includes GhG emissions), and purchasing.
Green Tick™ complies with the latest international standards for sustainability, environmental auditing, and advertising. In particular, the latest advertising authority standards require that environmental or ‘green’ claims be backed by robust evidence, namely a LCA of a product’s effects upon the environment and people. Has six standards: sustainable, climate friendly (carbon …
The scheme criteria cover over 120 measures of sustainability and businesses can chose to implement any of these measures to gain an award, although they must implement a minimum number of measures; 30 for BRONZE; 45 for SILVER and 60 for GOLD.
A forum of representatives from European national energy agencies and government departments working with industry on voluntary information activities in the field of energy efficient home electronics, office equipment and IT-equipment.
Enhances environmental friendliness through the entire life-cycle of carpet from production to installation and from usage to recycling.
Private fairtrade program of the company Rapunzel Naturkost AG which is a supplier of organic products.
Recommends products and services focused on children and family environmental health and non-toxic lifestyle solutions. Recommended products and services must meet baseline quality standards, and be approved through a screening and data collection process. Screening considers human health, environmental health, and social responsibility. Final approval is based on products holding USDA Organic, …
Eco Options labeled products have less of an impact on the environment than conventional products and provide a positive environmental change through their use.
A product certification that validates if the environmental performance of the product conforms to the relevant technical standard about environmental protection.
The HKGLS is an independent, not-for-profit and voluntary scheme for the certification of environmentally preferable products launched in December 2000 by Green Council (GC). The scheme sets environmental standards and awards "Green Label" to products that are qualified regarding their environment performance. As with all eco-labelling programs, the aim is to encourage manufacturers to supply products …
The HQE ® label aim to improve environmental quality of new and existing buildings. Certification of building owners that proves higher environmental quality of buildings they comission. It applies to various kinds of buildings - individual and multistory, residential and commercial.
Certifies the environmentally friendly nature of products, technologies, and services.
The label is given for building materials and interior which fulfil strict environmental criteria which comprise the whole life-cycle of the product.
The national programme involves the accreditation programme for certification bodies, norms for organic production, promotion of organic farming. The NPOP standards for production and accreditation system have been recognized by European Commission and Switzerland as equivalent to their country standards. Similarly, USDA has recognized NPOP conformity assessment procedures of accreditation as equivalent …
The ECO Certification program assures travellers that certified products are backed by a strong, well managed commitment to sustainable practices and provides high quality nature-based tourism experiences. It has three levels:Nature Tourism - tourism in a natural area that leaves a minimal impact on the environment;EcoTourism: tourism in a natural area that offers interesting ways to learn about the …
The Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Star Certification Program recognizes IPM practitioners who meet a high standard for IPM in schools, childcare centers and school-age programs. IPM STAR certification is a voluntary step that clearly establishes your IPM competence in a way that is readily recognized by others both in and outside of your community.
An internationally accepted specification for an environmental management system. It specifies requirements for establishing an environmental policy, determining environmental aspects and impacts of products/activities/services, planning environmental objectives and measurable targets, implementation and operation of programs to meet objectives and targets, checking and corrective action, and management …
The JAS Standards for organic plants and organic processed foods of plant origin were established in 2000 on the basis with the Guidelines for the Production, Processing, Labelling and Marketing of Organically Produced Foods which were adopted by the Codex Alimentarius Commission.The organic JAS system has been further developed with the addition of the JAS Standards for organic livestock products, …
The Korea Eco-Products Institute carries out various operations related to improvement in eco-products and product environmental friendliness by setting up the eco-product standards, building an evaluation system, offering eco-products & environmental trend information to the public, facilitating production of eco-products, and constructing the eco-product consumption system.
Krav develops organic standards, inspects to these standards and promotes the KRAV label. the label is a tool to implement “The goal of organic production ” into the entire chain of custody from production of raw materials to the consumer (for food and other agricultural products). Standards encompass many factors so that the entire production system and the surrounding environment are …
The STEP label is awarded to handmade carpets that are produced according to fair trade standards, including ensuring fair conditions of production; paying fair prices to ensure fair wages; fighting abusive child labour; promoting ecologically viable production methods; and authorising independent verification. The label is not applied to individual products but to import/export companies. All handmade …
Lao Organic Standards give producers, traders and consumers a common definition of organic products.
LEAF works globally and has members and LEAF Marque certified farms in many countries giving consumers the ability to choose food grown to Integrated Farm Management farming principles from around the globe.
Signifies that a product is made by a company that adheres to the Corporate Standard of Compassion for Animals, developed by the Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics, a coalition of animal protection groups. The CCIC’s purpose is to promote a “cruelty-free” standard and logo.
LEED Professional Accreditation distinguishes building professionals with the knowledge and skills to successfully steward the LEED certification process. LEED Accredited Professionals (LEED APs) have demonstrated a thorough understanding of green building practices and principles and the LEED Rating System.
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System™ encourages and accelerates global adoption of sustainable green building and development practices through the creation and implementation of universally understood and accepted tools and performance criteria.
LEED certification provides independent, third-party verification that a building project meets the highest green building and performance measures. All certified projects receive a LEED plaque, which is the nationally recognized symbol demonstrating that a building is environmentally responsible, profitable and a healthy place to live and work.
Eco-tourism label for Italy for any type of tourist accommodation business.
1. Develop a credible ecolabel certification scheme and monitor natural resource management. 2. Promote and support the policy of sustainable and fair natural resource management. 3. Promote and support natural resource management models and practices by constituents including indigenous people.
level is a multi-attribute, sustainability standard and third-party certification program for the furniture industry.level has three conformance thresholds within the standard. Products can be awarded a level 1, level 2 or level 3 compliance mark based on the combined score achieved in their sustainability evaluation. level 3 is the highest award a product can achieve. This Standard is applicable …
Ecolabel for various products.
It is granted to farmers, food processors and farm input manufacturers who produce organic products according to the standards of Luomuliitto. The standards require a certified quality control system and that at least 75 per cent of the ingredients of the labeled products are of Finnish origin.
Denotes controlled organic production. The official label of the Finnish inspection authorities; owned by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.
Building material classification for indoor air emissions stemming from materials used in work spaces and residences by the Building Information Foundation RTS of Finland. Products, packaging, product specifications or instructions for use are labelled with the label of the emission class, M1, M2 or M3. The aim of the classification is to enhance the development and use of low-emitting building materials …
This label works to conserve coral reefs and other marine ecosystems by creating standards and certifications for those engaged in the collection and care of ornamental marine life from reef to aquarium. MAC Certification covers both practices (industry operators, facilities and collection areas) and products (aquarium organisms).
The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) has developed an environmental standard for sustainable fishing. Well-managed fisheries that are independently certified as meeting this environmental standard may use the blue MSC ecolabel on seafood from their fishery. Strict rules are in place to control how the ecolabel can be used. Before a store can sell fish or seafood with the MSC label, every company …
Fosters fair trade for products from economically disadvantaged regions in the southern hemisphere under conditions that ensure the livelihood of the local population. These products are cultivated according to ecological principles and increasingly follow organic farming methods.
Organic food labelling program in Indonesia, accredited by IFOAM.
Label for textiles. Guarantees that no substance likely to cause allergies or irritation, or to be harmful to the environment has been used throughout the manufacturing chain. Also attests to environmental preservation and workforce health and safety.
The Milieukeur is a life cycle labelling system for environmentally preferable goods and services.
Minergie is a label for new and refurbished low-energy-consumption buildings indicating comfort made possible by high-grade building envelopes and the continuous renewal of air. General energy consumption must not to be higher than 75% of average buildings and that fossil-fuel consumption must not to be higher than 50% of the consumption of such buildings. The Minergie ECO Standard …
Includes requirements on quality, influence on human health, environment and consumer safety.
NatHERS enables the design of a home to be assessed by skilled professionals using sophisticated computer modeling programmes to improve the quality of design and achieve building approvals in Australia.NatHERS sets national standards for professionals offering assessment services as well as the software they use. Zero stars means the building shell does practically nothing to reduce the discomfort …
Symbol for ecologically produced electricity and electricity from renewable sources. Recognizes two distinct qualities of electric power: basic stands for electricity from renewable sources. Star is a designation reserved for green power whose superior ecological status is founded on the fulfillment of several criteria.
natureplus is an international label of quality for sustainable building and accommodation products, tested for health, environmental-friendliness and functionality. The label’s primary aim is to provide consumers as well as architects, tradesmen, building companies and all those involved in construction, with a reliable orientation aid towards sustainable products i.e. environmentally-friendly and …
Nature´s Best Sweden certifies ethical, high quality nature tours in Sweden. It was developed by travel associations, land owners, nature conservation associations, non profit organisations, public authorities, tourist companies and institutions.
Certification is based on standards for Organic Forest Management. Process includes the authoritative advice of experts and independent inspection.
An independently tested natural textile label signifying products which are produced to IVN's quality standards. The standards prohibit the use of substances harmful to the environment or human health, and include social criteria covering fair working conditions during production.
A voluntary certification mark issued by AFAQ AFNOR Certification. To be issued the NF Environnement mark the product must comply with ecological and fitness for purpose criteria. These criteria are the result of negotiations between representatives of manufacturers, consumer, environmental protection and distributor associations and public authorities.
Demonstrates that a product is a good environmental choice. The "Swan" symbol, as it is known in Nordic countries, is available for approximately 60 product groups. The Swan checks that products fulfill certain criteria using methods such as samples from independent laboratories, certificates and control visits.
Energy, heat, and energy services which promote energy efficiency are entitled to the Norppa label. The label is design to inform consumers of environmentally friendly energy products. Norppa labelled energy or heat may be produced by wind power, renewable bioenergy, hydropower and photovoltaics. Energy services include installation of heat pumps, small wind mills or energy efficiency consultation. Norppa …
This standard for carpet includes a rating system with established performance requirements and quantifiable metrics throughout the supply chain for: public health and environment; energy and energy efficiency; bio-based, recycled content materials; environmentally preferable materials; manufacturing; and reclamation and end-of-life management.
Means that products are tested for pesticide residues and sets limits of detection for each specific pesticide residues. However this label does not mean that there were no pesticides used. SCS requires all farmers, packers and distributors to submit a post-harvest "full disclosure form" outlining all of the chemicals that are used throughout the shipping and marketing process. SCS performs …
Ocean Wise works directly with restaurants and markets, ensuring that they have the most current scientific information regarding seafood and helping them make ocean-friendly buying decisions. The Ocean Wise symbol appears on menus and display cases, making it easier for consumers to make environmentally friendly seafood choices.
Organic Exchange has two standards:OE 100: Certifies products made with 100% organic fiber that have been tracked through the production chain and segregated to prevent commingling with other fibers.OE Blended is for tracking and documenting the purchase, handling and use of certified organically farmed cotton fiber in blended yarns, fabrics and finished goods. The standard applies to all goods that …
The Oeko-Tex Standard 100 is a globally uniform testing and certification system for textile raw materials, intermediate and end products at all stages of production. The certification covers multiple human-ecological attributes, including harmful substances which are prohibited or regulated by law, chemicals which are known to be harmful to health, but are not officially forbidden, and parameters …
To complement the product-related Oeko-Tex Standard 100, the Oeko-Tex Standard 1000 is a testing, auditing and certification system for environmentally-friendly production sites throughout the textile processing chain. To qualify for certification according to the Oeko-Tex Standard 1000, companies must meet stipulated criteria in terms of their environmentally-friendly manufacturing processes and …
Oeko-Tex Standard 100plus is a product label providing textile and clothing manufacturers with the opportunity to highlight the human-ecological optimisation of their products as well as their efforts in production ecology to consumers. Companies can receive this award if their manufactured products have been successfully certified according to Oeko-Tex Standard 100 and they are also able to provide …
The ÖkoControl Label is only given to furniture, bedding or mattresses made of natural, sustainable materials after strict tests made by independent and accredited test laboratories. It's a label guaranting the low output of dangerous emissions.
Öko-Institut, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Germany and the Consumer Agency NRW have set up the association ‘EnergieVision e.V.’, which issues the ‘ok-power’ label in Germany.
Aims to safeguard Norway's organic future. All providers of organic products in Norway are part of Debio's inspection scheme, which includes all activities from farm to table. Debio's regular inspections ensure that products meet the requirements for marketing organic products under the Norwegian "Ø-label", which certifies organic production.
The Ontario Marine Operators Association (OMOA) along with over twenty marine industry professionals and Ontario’s boaters’ and anglers’ associations formed the Clean Marine Partnership to develop a voluntary program of "Environmental Best Practices" for the marine industry that is recognized as the leader in North America.
The ORC-Cert awards certificaties of organic certification to the producers and processors that meet the 'ORC-Cert - Organinc Production and Processing Standard'. There are three grades of standard - Organic Produce or Products with not less than 95% of organic ingredients; Products with not less than 70% but not more than 95% of organic ingredients; and Products produced from farmland that applied …
The purpose of organic certification is to ensure that the agreed upon conventions of organic agricultural systems are being practiced not only by growers, but also by all the people who handle and process organic food, feed and fiber on its journey to the consumer. As an accredited certifier, Oregon Tilth certifies to the USDA National Organic Program (NOP) standards. The NOP provides a system …
Organic Farmers & Growers label indicates product meets UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) regulations for organic production and processing in the UK.
Mission is: Ensuring human health and protecting ecological environment through promoting sustainable agriculture.
Certification of Organic operations and products.
The Austrian Ecolabel addresses itself primarily to consumers but also to manufacturers and public procurement. The ecolabel provides consumers with guidance in order to choose products or services with least hazardous to the environment or health. The ecolabel draws the consumers attention to aspects of environment, health and quality (fitness for use).
Philips products that have a Green logo have been certified by external auditors that they are more than 10% more efficient than other products on the market within a given product category.
Planet Positive is a mark of accreditation to the Planet Positive Protocol. The Protocol requires four steps: measuring, reducing, acting and reporting on GHG emissions. Planet Positive certifies businesses, products, events or people commit to taking positive action by either donating to community projects, or offsetting into verified carbon projects. Businesses and organisations are assessed …
Private label for wine grown in spain according to ecological principles and life cycle environmental aspects - including using solar & biomass power in production plants, and recycling of process wastewater.
PCF audits require a chain of custody for all raw materials, measures the impact of a manufacturing process on the environment: water and energy use, chemistry, carbon gas releases, reviews environmental policy and permit compliance, reviews ethical management practices and compliance, financial performance, product stewardship, public information, funding of research and development, and employee …
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is an international non-profit, non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting Sustainable Forest Management (SFM) through independent third-party certification. It works throughout the entire forest supply chain to promote good practice in the forest and to ensure that timber and non-timber forest products are produced with respect …
Protected Harvest is an eco-label with the stated mission of helping farmers meet environmental standards that yield high quality products and preserve healthy land for future generations. The Protected Harvest parent company, SureHarvest, provides technical support and collaborates with qualified organizations to develop region– and crop– specific verifiable environmental performance standards, …
QCS offers organic certification accredited by the USDA National Organic Program and USDA ISO Guide 65. They certify farming, wildcrafting, livestock, processing, packing, and handling operations. QCS also certifies a diverse array of organic operations regardless of type, location, or size.
R-2000 is a voluntary, perfomance-based standard for new homes, which goes beyond building codes. The technical requirements involve three main areas of construction: energy performance, indoor air quality and environmental responsibility. R-2000 homes must operate within a specific energy budget, based on the characteristics of the home and the climate conditions where it's built. Typically, R-2000 …
This ecolabel, as defined by the Rainforest Alliance, is a conservation tool whereby an independent, third party awards a seal of approval guaranteeing consumers that the products they are buying are the result of practices carried out according to a specific set of criteria balancing ecological, economic and social considerations.
The 'RECS Good Practice' label certifies electricity from renewable sources as a product to be supplied and/or as a product to be consumed. Since electricity cannot be tracked in the electricity market the sources and the consumption must be certified. An auditing and verification process, based on tradable green certificates, guarantees the quality of the product and excludes double selling and counting. …
Generic symbol used to show recycled content; also sometimes used to indicate that the product can be recycled. Does not mean that the product has been certified.In the US, the Federal Trade Commission gives the following guidance: A recycled content claim may be made only for materials that have been recovered or otherwise diverted from the solid waste stream, either during the manufacturing process …
The Plant Industry Section of the Division of Agriculture and Resource Marketing administers the Rhode Island Organic Certification Program, by which qualified crops producers and handlers in the state are certified as growing and handling/processing produce organically.
To promote food safety
Salmon-Safe is an Oregon-based nonprofit that certifies urban and agricultural operations based on the protection of water quality and native biodiversity. Founded by a leading U.S. river and native fish conservation organization, Salmon-Safe has certified more than 350 West Coast farms, vineyards, dairies, corporate campuses, and other sites based on riparian habitat protection, elimination of chemical …
FloorScore, developed by the Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) in conjunction with Scientific Certification Systems (SCS), tests and certifies hard surface flooring and flooring adhesive products for compliance with rigorous indoor air quality emissions requirements. Individual volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are evaluated using health-based specifications. FloorScore tests to the CA Section …
Certification indicates building indoor air quality meets VOC emission criteria established in the Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturer’s Association (BIFMA) Standard for Low-Emitting Office Furniture Systems and Seating (ANSI/BIFMA X7.1) and the US Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design criteria EQ4.5 (furniture and seating).
Label indicates products for which "modeled concentrations for individual VOCs in classrooms and offices must not exceed one-half of the defined CREL threshold." Chronic Reference Exposure Levels (CRELs) are established by The California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA), using procedures developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Recycled content products are made from materials that would otherwise have been discarded. Inputs for recycled content products can come from numerous sources. Old newspapers, for instance, can be utilized in the fabrication of nursery pots and home insulation. Empty plastic milk jugs can be recycled into playground equipment. Industrial metal discards can be recycled into nails, hinges, doorknobs …
Certification program for the building products sector. It is a leadership standard for achievements in sustainability (environmental performance, social responsibility, and quality control) by building products manufacturers. The Environmental Performance Declaration assures products certified to SCS Sustainable Choice have significantly reduced or minimal impacts for their product category …
SEE What You Are Buying Into is a labelling scheme for businesses that are open and honest about their Social, Environmental and Ethical (SEE) policies and practices. To use the SEE Logo, a company completes the SEE Questionnaire, developed in collaboration with leading NGOs. Businesses guarantee the accuracy and veracity of their responses and publish them on the SEE What You Are Buying Into website …
The Singapore Green Labeling Scheme (SGLS) aims to help the public identify environment-friendly products that meet certain eco-standards specified by the scheme and seeks to encourage the level of eco-consumerism in Singapore as well as to identify the growing demand for greener products in the market. The scheme hopes to encourage manufacturers to design and manufacture with the environment in mind. It …
A process and product certification for agricultural products originating from organic production methods.
Sustainable Materials Rating Technology or SMaRT, is the consensus sustainable products standard and label covering 80% of the world's products excluding just airplanes and vehicles. It is the result of 17 years of standardization with six national votes of consensus approvals involving thousands of professionals. SMaRT is the Leadership Sustainable Product Standard recognized by LEED Green …
Organic certification for farmers, growers, food processors and packers, retailers, caterers, textile producers, health and beauty manufacturers and importers, in the UK and internationally.
SPCA Certified is a farm certification and food labeling program certifying farms to the BC SPCA's higher standard of farm animal welfare. The program includes annual inspections as well as random audits conducted by third-party professional Validators. An independent expert Review Panel reviews all documents pertaining to the inspections and determines farm certification status. The Standards are …
The label indicates that a toy has been tested in accordance with the following criteria: play value, material, workmanship, durability, safety, child-adequate size, quantity and design, quality of user instructions, suitability for different age groups etc. Environmental aspects are also considered such as detailed controls on pollutants such as cadmium, PVC and softeners.
The Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS®) is a self-reporting framework for colleges and universities to gauge relative progress toward sustainability. Each STARS rating is an indication of sustainability leadership; Campuses can use a STARS logo with their rating level on their website and print materials. The STARS rating means that an institution has gone through …
This program is intended to serve producers, processors and consumers of agricultural products. The goal is to manage a process that will maintain the integrity of food products produced without the use of restricted chemical imputs.
Depending on their engagement for and performance in sustainable development, accommodation enterprises are certified by the Steinbock-Label with up to 5 capricorns. The label controls a hotel’s achievement in the 5 dimensions: * Management * Economy * Environment * Social responsibility * Regional creation of value and culture The better the sustainable-performance, the more capricorns a hotel …
The Stemilt label indicates that fruit has been produced under the Responsible Choice Program - program certifies fruit orchards and the packing / handling of that fruit for integrated pest management (IPM) . Stemilt uses the Responsible Choice label to represent all that is done in the land to conserve water, reduce inputs and promote good fruit production in a safe manner. Stemilt also uses the …
The SAN awards the Rainforest Alliance Certified eco-label to farms (not companies or products). Farmers may apply for certification for all land in production and companies may request that all of their source farms be certified. Certifies farms for coffee, bananas, cocoa, orange, pineapple, flower and fern farms according to environmental and social standards. Some smaller crops, often …
The S-BAR Certification Tool will use a structured set of criteria that covers the full range of social and environmental practices. The process will take place online, reducing paperwork, time, and costs and will allow for instantaneous feedback. The Tool will cover five major categories of business activity, or domains: Governance and Management; Workplace, Community, Marketplace, Environment. For …
CSA International's Forest Products Group is responsible for the management and delivery of CSA International's Forest Products Marking Program and for assuring the integrity of the CSA SFM Mark.
The SFI program has developed two different lines of product labels to help consumers identify what they are buying: •SFI “certified content” labels show that some or all of the product’s fiber content comes from forests that are certified to the SFI, Canadian Standards Association (CSA), and/or the American Tree Farm System forest management standards. •SFI fiber sourcing labels do …
The Sustainable Tourism Eco-certification Program (STEP) is a comprehensive, global sustainable tourism eco-certification program aligned with the minimum baseline Global Sustainable Tourism Criteria (GSTC) and impending global accreditation set forth by the Tourism Sustainability Council (TSC). STEP is designed to be user-friendly, educational in nature, practical as a measurement and management …
Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand provides the framework for companies to continually work towards improving all aspects of their performance in terms of environmental, social and economic sustainability in both the vineyard and the winery.
Swiss Q-label certification scheme is a member managed, independent and self-governing legal association, who owns and manage the development, administration and maintenance of the Swiss PEFC scheme.
TCO Certified is an international, third party, voluntary certification of ICT products that fulfils strict requirements on environment and usability. Our goal is to influence the technological development of ICT products and help users choose and use ICT products that are good both for you and for the planet. We offer certification programs for computers, displays, projectors and headsets. Our …
Under the Organic Certification Program, TDA inspects and certifies organic farms as well as processors, distributors and retailers of organic food and fiber. To be certified, all must comply with organic growing and handling standards established by the USDA National Organic Program (NOP). In exchange for this compliance, participants may use a marketing logo identifying their products as certified …
The Green Label is an environmental certification awarded to specific products that are shown to have minimum detrimental impact on the environment, in comparison with other products serving the same function. The Thai Green Label Scheme applies to products and services, not including foods, drinks, and pharmaceuticals. The Thai Green Label Scheme was initiated by the Thailand Business Council …
The National Green Pages™ is a directory listing nearly 3,000 businesses that have made firm commitments to sustainable, socially just principles, including the support of sweatshop-free labor, organic farms, fair trade, and cruelty-free products. Companies who join as members may display the Seal of Approval.The National Green Pages™ was created by Green America (formerly Coop America). To be …
We believe that no matter where a product is being manufactured that we can measure the impacts on the environment using a on a Sustainability Index = Environmental Policy + Environmental Management + Mill Process + Forestry Certification + Environmental Risk Management + Product Stewardship + Public Information + Environmental Compliance + Employee Recognition. We also know that by eliminating chlorine …
Ecolabel awarded by Ministry of Tourism in Luxembourg for hotels, hostels, camping sites etc.
Certify electricity generated 100 % from renewable energy sources (01) or 100 % water power (02). Requirements for EE01 are: electricity generated 100 % from renewable energy sources; at least 25 % has to be produced in new plants; the energy sources should be identified and clearly indicated. Requirements for EE02 are: electricity generated 100 % from water plants; generation and consumption …
Certify electricity generated from environmentally compatible sources (at least 50 % from renewable energy sources and the rest from combined heat and power cycle (CHP))
The Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership's voluntary label shows how much of the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide a vehicle emits and relates that figure to the vehicle tax that must be paid.
Underwriters Laboratory (UL)'s Environmental Claims Validation (ECV) service and label, tests a manufacturer’s product and validates that the environmental claims they make in their marketing and packaging materials are factual. Claims validated include: recycled content, recyclability, degradability, compostability, rapidly renewable materials, regional materials, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) …
The UL Environment Sustainable Product Certification Mark indicates that a product has been tested by UL Environment Inc. and found to comply with the terms of the standard used for evaluation.Levels achieved (platinum, gold, silver and bronze) are determined by compliance with a specific standard and varies by product category. Examples of the types products that carry the Sustainable Product Certification …
A German label for a power- and water-saving appliances.
The UPS Carbon Neutral shipping label indicates that UPS customers' have offset the climate impact of the GHG emissions produced by the transportation of that shipment. UPS calculates the emissions and purchases carbon offset credits equivalent to the GHG emissions created in shipping the package to make it "carbon neutral". GHG emissions are tracked using the Carbon Neutral Protocol - a global …
The Eco Responsible Packaging Program was established for UPS's business customers to demonstrate their commitment to sustainable packaging. Companies participating in this program allow UPS to conduct an evaluation of transportation packaging processes (i.e. the shipping container and internal material such as peanuts, Kraft paper, film, foam, etc.). It does not evaluate the product's own packaging. …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has put in place a set of national standards that food labeled "organic" must meet, whether it is grown in the United States or imported from other countries. Organic meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy products come from animals that are given no antibiotics or growth hormones. Organic food is produced without using most conventional pesticides; …
Since 2002, UTZ CERTIFIED has set a standard for professional coffee growing and sourcing with care for local communities and the environment. UTZ CERTIFIED cooperatives, estate farms and producer groups comply with the UTZ Code of Conduct and are annually inspected by independent third party auditors. UTZ CERTIFIED allows coffee farmers, cooperatives and producer groups to show their buyers that …
VeriFlora is a sustainability certification program for cut flowers and potted plants. It is administered by Scientific Certification Systems (SCS), a third-party certifier of environmental, sustainability and agricultural product quality claims. It is accredited under ISO/IEC Guide 65, the international standard for third-party product certifiers. The VeriFlora label indicates flowers and plants …
This certified organic label is found on products grown or raised in Vermont which meet the standards of the USDA National Organic Program.
Certifies accommodation businesses, destinations and other tourism businesses in Germany. Viabono’s prerequisite for “natural enjoyment” is an intact environment and natural world, plus a high-quality tourist product.
“Vitality Leaf” was developed by NGO: St. Petersburg Ecological Union in 2001, is officially registered, open and clear for all potential participants. Criteria for certification are developed using lifecycle approach, according to ISO 14024 standard. Main objectives are: 1. To encourage the demand for and supply of environmentally preferable products and services. 2. Contributing to …
The voluntary Carbon Standard provides a global standard and program for approval of credible voluntary offsets. "VCS offsets must be real (have happened), additional (beyond business-as-usual activities), measurable, permanent (not temporarily displace emissions), independently verified and unique (not used more than once to offset emissions)." (Source: v-c-s.org) Developed by The Climate Group, …
The WELS water-rating label provides water efficiency information for water-using household products. The mandatory rating system is similar to the energy rating labelling, with six stars. By choosing to use more water-efficient products in the home, Australians will save water and cut down on water and energy bills.
The Water Efficient Product Labelling Scheme is a voluntary Scheme run by the industry association he Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA). It is open to all companies who manufacture or sell product in the United Kingdom that meets the criteria forwater efficiency products as defined by technical experts within the United Kingdom bathroomIndustry. The purpose of the scheme is to encourage …
Products bearing the WaterSense label are generally 20% more water-efficient than similar products in the marketplace and must be independently tested before qualifying for the label.
The Marque is awarded annually to products which reduce water wastage or raise the awareness of water efficiency in the U.K.
The WFA local symbol scheme is a low-cost, grassroots alternative to organic certification for people who are growing or producing food for sale in their local region. The scheme has three components: - The WFA symbol to affix to products; - A personal pledge to uphold the WFA principles; - The WFA open gate policy.
The products in this program must meet specific criteria that demand quality in four areas of responsibility: meets our high quality standards, provides more money to producers, ensures better wages and working conditions for workers, and Cares for the environment.
The Wildlife Habitat Council's Corporate Wildlife Habitat Certification recognizes commendable wildlife habitat management and environmental education programs at individual sites. WHC certification adds value to programs by providing third-party credibility and an objective evaluation of projects. The "Wildlife at Work" program by participating in a wildlife management team at their place of employment. …
WERS rates the energy impact of windows in housing anywhere in Australia.The Window Energy Rating Scheme enables windows to be rated and labelled for their annual energy impact on a whole house, in any climate of Australia.Rated windows carry a label which certifies that the window has been rated by the Australian Window Association. The window's cooling and heating performance is rated separately …
WoodNet is the Belgian member of the PEFC Council. PEFC - the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification - whose standards seek to transform the way forests are managed globally – and locally - to ensure that all of us can enjoy the environmental, social and economic benefits that forests offer.
Protects consumers and supports the organic food industry by ensuring the integrity of organic food products through establishing organic standards and certifying organic producers, processors, and handlers. The program provides technical information about organic food production and assists in the development of markets for the organic food industry.
Zque fibre combines natural performance wool with an accreditation program that ensures environmental, social and economic sustainability, animal welfare (non-mulesed) and traceability back to the source.
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