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Economy | Sustainability
Driving ambition for the new economy
24 November 2022
The circular economy, a sustainable model of production and consumption, is a pillar of climate action. But we’re not taking it nearly seriously enough.
Plastic trash & garbage underwater off Cebu Island, Philippines.
Sustainability
Rethinking the future of plastics
31 March 2022
Plastic pollution is a key environmental challenge today, calling for a new global agreement and sustainable solutions. Standards for plastics enjoy a privileged status in making this happen. 
Aerial view of larges bales of crushed plastic bottles ready for recycling.
Innovation | Sustainability
When waste becomes worthwhile
28 June 2021
New standards for solid recovered fuels just published.
A recycling gardening workshop with plastic bottles and plants
Sustainability
Winning the battle against plastic pollution with International Standards on World Environment Day!
5 June 2018
Plastic is an important material in our economy and daily lives. It has multiple functions that can help tackle a number of the challenges facing our society, be it packaging that ensures food safety and …
What to expect when buying second-hand goods
6 July 2016
How can we be sure that the second-hand kettle we buy won’t blow up in our face? Purchasing used products can bring its share of bad surprises, but ISO/TS 20245 helps make sure those hand-me-down treasures …
Achieving environmental focus with ISO 14001:2015
3 November 2015
Our impact on the environment is increasing, there's no denying that. And we need to better understand and manage our impact. Responding to our planet's ecological challenges, the revision of ISO 14001 …
Sustainability
More than just plastic bottles
5 May 2015
With around 250 million tonnes of plastics consumed worldwide, ensuring the highest possible levels of safety is one of the industry's greatest priorities. Here, as the new Chair of the ISO technical committee …
Paint it green...with ISO standards!
4 June 2014
6 ISO standards you never imagined are making our world cleaner, greener and more sustainable. The standards below give guidance on energy efficiency, recyclability, reducing environmental impact and more, …
Event sustainability management - ISO 20121 passes 2012 Olympic Games test
9 January 2013
Rarely has a new ISO management standard been put to such immediate and successful use as ISO 20121:2012, Event sustainability management systems - Requirements with guidance for use. The 2012 Olympic …
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