SCS GLOBAL SERVICES ANNUAL REPORT / 2017
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BUILDING BUSINESS VALUE THROUGH SUSTAINABILITY
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SETTING THE STANDARD FOR SUSTAINABILITY
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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
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LEADING THE FIGHT AGAINST GREENWASHING
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SCS MILESTONES
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SERVICES
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TOPICS
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CERTIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS AND TESTIMONIALS
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SPECIAL RECOGNITION : 2017
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CLIENT SPOTLIGHTS
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OUR VALUES
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ACCREDITATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS
BUILDING BUSINESS VALUE THROUGH SUSTAINABILITY The world seems to grow smaller by the day. The pressures of population growth, poverty, resource constraints, pollution and climate change challenge each of us, every day, to identify better ways to manage our businesses. Our growing interdependence makes sustainable business practice not simply a choice, but an essential feature of the 21st century economy. As a sustainability-driven benefit corporation, SCS Global Services (SCS) works across the natural resource, product manufacturing, green building, food and agriculture, and energy industry sectors to develop leadership standards and provide rigorous third-party auditing and certification. This cross-disciplinary work has given us unique insights into the challenges faced by companies in achieving their sustainability goals, as well as the latest innovations in operations and technology to overcome these challenges. Sustainability has a way of organically, if not virally, embedding itself into the business culture. Whether embraced as a top-down core business philosophy, or adopted tentatively at the periphery, sustainability can quickly seed itself into the very fabric of a business. One success opens doors to the next experiment, allowing managers, employees, suppliers, partners and customers to reimagine the entire business enterprise from top to bottom. And once adopted, it is difficult to retreat back to old ways of doing business. Metrics are key to assessing the tangible benefits of increased operational efficiencies and lower environmental impacts, which in turn can lead to lower costs, improved employee morale and more effective brand risk management. In this world of increasing dependence on analytics to drive business decisions, it is critical to get these metrics right. We are pleased to provide a full suite of corporate sustainability services to help companies navigate this complex terrain.
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SETTING THE STANDARD FOR SUSTAINABILITY Global Reach SCS is an international leader in third-party certification and standards development in the fields of environmental, sustainability, and food safety and quality performance claims. Our services include auditing, testing, certification, verification, life cycle assessment, training, and strategic consulting. We are a chartered benefit corporation based in Emeryville, California, operating on six continents with a network of subsidiaries, regional representatives, sales offices, auditors, and
SCS Kingfisher
testing labs. “SCS” stands for Scientific Certification Systems, the
The SCS Kingfisher in our corporate logo and certification labels
name under which we are incorporated, reflecting our commit-
serves as a reminder of the power, beauty, and vulnerability of
ment to three core principles: the importance of basing decisions
nature in the face of human activities. Kingfishers are ubiquitous
on sound science, assuring the veracity of claims, and maintaining a
and beloved around the world, known for their keen vision, colorful
holistic, systems-oriented perspective.
plumage, and skillful hunting. They are also widely recognized as indicators of environmental health. The SCS Kingfisher can be
Our Clients
found on a growing number of products to communicate their
Our clients include corporations, government agencies, institutions
exemplary achievements.
and NGOs around the world who are working to implement practices and policies that advance the Sustainable Development
Leadership Standards
Goals enumerated by the United Nations. Our clients range in size
SCS is committed to standards that drive sustainability practices
from major international brands to small, innovative start-ups and
and continuous improvement in a practical, responsible, and
mom-and-pop operations. We are proud to work with sustainability
scientifically rigorous manner. Our work includes:
leaders across the forestry, fisheries, energy, green building, agriculture, and consumer and business products sectors.
§§Writing standards to advance sustainability goals §§Participating on standards committees §§Guiding industry standards development §§Pilot testing standards through certification
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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Climate change, population pressures, and conflicts are creating unprecedented stresses on our air, water, food, health, and livelihoods. In a world confronted with so many environmental and social challenges, it is reassuring to see leaders in the business community step forward to help drive the sustainable development agenda, alongside government and stakeholder entities. From our vantage point, 2017 represented a steady continuation of this trend. The emergence of new standards for water stewardship, mined materials, and agricultural products, along with advanced technological innovations making it possible to more effectively track progress, were emblematic of this shift toward sustainability practices. The demand for third-party certification of environmental, sustainability, and food quality and safety claims has never been higher. The challenge is to keep it real. To ensure that we are truly helping companies “build business value through sustainability,� we maintain a systems perspective, focus on the full value chain, apply appropriate metrics to capture the improvements achieved as well as potential trade-offs, and maintain a consistent third-party viewpoint to provide our clients with objective, unvarnished observations and recommendations.
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LEADING THE FIGHT AGAINST GREENWASHING SCS has been an outspoken critic of greenwashing for three
Neutral Third Party
decades. Greenwashing – the assertion of claims or ecolabels
As a neutral third party, we provide the independent perspective
that are misleading or unsubstantiated – confuse the market-
needed to conduct credible certification audits, helping clients
place and diminish the hard-earned accomplishments of
identify improvement opportunities and build customer and
legitimate leaders in the private and public sectors.
stakeholder confidence. Our third-party status is corroborated through national and international accreditations, and is built
We actively work to prevent greenwashing in several ways:
§§The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is accompanied by specific certified claims that communicate the nature of the accomplishment achieved.
§§We offer guidance to clients to communicate claims in an accurate, measured manner.
§§We provide supply chain services to retailers and brands seeking to substantiate the claims of their suppliers.
upon the following foundations:
§§We are financially independent from our clients, and have no financial backing from any institution with an interest in representing our clients or their products.
§§We operate on a fee-for-service basis, providing transparency and ensuring that our fees are not attached to sales volumes.
§§We engage independent laboratories when product testing is required, enabling split samples and anonymity for quality control, while assuring customers that we have no interest in excessive testing.
§§Our Quality System policies insulate our findings from commercial, financial and other pressures as SCS managers document and analyze potential conflicts of interest for each project.
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Greenwashing: The assertion of environmental claims or ecolabels that are misleading or unsubstantiated.
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2003 1994 1990s
Participated in writing the international ISO 14000 standards for environmental labeling and life cycle assessment (LCA).
1984
Established world’s first Pesticide Residue Free certification program for fresh produce, with first voluntary full disclosures from growers.
Participated in the establishment of international Forest Stewardship Council standard, and accredited as one of first certifiers.
1997 1991
1987
Launched first US HACCP food safety training and audit programs for food producers, processors, handlers and retailers.
Conducted first international independent certification of a wood product made from wood from a responsibly managed forest.
2002
Launched flavor and nutrition management services to help growers, seed companies and food retailers optimize these features.
Worked with Starbucks to establish CAFÉ Practices program for its international coffee supply chain.
2008
2007
Initiated US National Sustainable Agriculture Standard under ANSI open, multi-stakeholder consensus standard development process.
Participated in the establishment of international Marine Stewardship Council standard, and accredited as one of first certifiers.
2008
2000 1994
1989
1985
Established first pesticide residue and nutrition testing QA program for supermarket fresh produce departments.
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Launched first third-party US certification program for environmental claims, and initiated sustainability services for retailers.
Established world’s first life cycle assessment (LCA) based “ Type III” environmental product declaration label: “Environmental Report Card.”
1997
Established SCS Mexico subsidiary as first of many international ventures to expand service offerings in countries around the world.
Accredited as one of the first organic certifiers under USDA National Organic Program.
Launched greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory and carbon offset validation and verification services.
2004
Launched sustainable agriculture certification, first for cut flowers and ornamental plants, then for fresh produce.
Initiated US national life cycle assessment standard to augment international standards and provide rigorous guidance for LCA-based claims.
2014
First certification body fully accredited by the Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB).
2012
Became SCS Global Services, represented by the SCS Kingfisher certification logo.
2014
Approved to conduct UTZ Code of Conduct and Chain of Custody audits for Coffee, Cocoa, and Tea.
SCS MILESTONES
2015
Accredited by ANSI as an Eligible EPD Program Operator and Independent EPD Verifier.
2016
2015
Published most comprehensive LCA study ever conducted for paper products.
Approved certifier for ILFI Living Product Challenge and Declare.™
2016
Approved as Non-GMO Project Verification Standard Technical Administrator.
2017
2017
Sustainability Leadership Award Winner: Business Intelligence Group.
Reached new carbon offset milestone: 125 million metric tons verified.
2017
Recognized by EPA as Third-Party Certifier for Formaldehyde Rule.
2017
Named first North American certifier under Responsible Palm Oil Standard.
2016
2014
Accredited as auditor to the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) Code of Practices and Chain of Custody standards.
2015
Expanded its Sustainably Grown program internationally with certification of bananas and pineapples.
Sustainably Grown completes GSCP Equivalence Process.
2017
2016
Approved certifier for PrimusGFS GAP, GMP, FMS, HACCP scopes.
Accredited certifier under the Responsible Minerals Assurance Process (RMAP).
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Coral reefs are biodiversity hotspots, home to a quarter of all marine life on Earth. Warming oceans, increasing ocean acidity, pollution, overfishing, and coastal development have combined to put our coral reefs under severe stress. Sustainable business practices are essential to restore the health of these reefs.
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2017: New Services Added
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Apparel Products
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Biofuels and Biobased Products
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Built Environment
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Climate Services
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Fisheries and Seafood
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Food, Beverage, and Agricultural Sustainability
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Food Quality and Safety
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Forests and Wood Products
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Life Cycle Services
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Metals, Mining, Jewelry and Electronics
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Training and Education
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2017: NEW SCS SERVICES ADDED
Responsible Wool Standard (RWS)
Non-GMO Project Standard
Wool products are coming under increased scrutiny as con-
Non-GMO Verified is one of the fastest growing value-added
sumers pay greater attention to animal
labels in the food industry. Launched just a
welfare and sustainability issues. Apparel
decade ago, the program now boasts thou-
companies and retailers are responding by
sands of verified product SKUs on grocery
seeking to ensure that their wool suppliers
shelves across the U.S., satisfying consumer
use ethical and sustainable practices. The
demand for products that are manufactured
Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) is a voluntary program con-
with ingredients that have not been genetically engineered. We
firming that wool products meet rigorous animal welfare and
now offer Non-GMO consulting to food companies in order to set
land management requirements. The initiative was launched by
them up for success with concrete solutions aimed at identifying
a coalition of major brands and industry organizations, includ-
and resolving issues, and avoiding costly mistakes and unneces-
ing H&M, Kering, Patagonia, and Outdoor Industry Association,
sary delays. Our expert team teaches companies how to engage
and is run by Textile Exchange, an international NGO focused
their suppliers, avoid GMO risk, and demonstrate full compliance
on the apparel sector. We are pleased to be licensed by Textile
with the Non-GMO Project Standard.
Exchange as one of the first third-party certification bodies to serve this growing market.
Brandon Nauman Associate Managing Director, Food and Agriculture
Nicole MuĂąoz Managing Director, Environmental Certification Services
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The Alliance for Water Stewardship
RSPO Supply Chain Certification
The Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) Standard is the first
A growing number of brands and consumers are demanding
comprehensive global benchmark for
more sustainable sources of palm oil, and
responsible water stewardship. It provides
many companies including Dunkin’ Donuts,
guidance to major water users and managers
McDonald’s, Safeway, Walmart, Clorox, and
seeking to assure responsible water gover-
Unilever have already made public commit-
nance, sustainable water balance, good water
ments to use deforestation-free palm oil
quality, and healthy water-related sites and values. Companies in
in their products. As palm oil is found in a growing and diverse
the food and beverage and manufacturing sectors have already
set of products and the demand for this versatile oil grows, it is
begun implementing this standard. We are the only North
increasingly important to ensure that palm oil production is not
American accredited certification body and are expanding our
associated with deforestation and loss of critical habitat. We offer
global capacity to provide both certification and consultancy on a
RSPO supply chain certification to assure sustainable production
broader scale.
of palm oil across the supply chain. RSPO certification is the most widely accepted way to assure that palm oil meets international
Neil Mendenhall
sustainability requirements.
Director, Service Development, Environmental Certification Services Matthew Rudolf Manager, Biofuels and Biobased Products
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Responsible Minerals Initiative
Responsible Wood Standard
The Responsible Minerals Assurance Process (RMAP), formerly
The Responsible Wood Standard (formerly the Australian
the Conflict-Free Smelter Program (CFSP),
Forestry Standard, or AFS) and its New
helps companies make informed choices
Zealand counterpart are specially designed
about responsibly sourced minerals in their
for forest managers in the region to demon-
supply chains. RMAP uses an independent
strate economic, social, and environmental
third-party audit of smelter/refiner manage-
responsibility. The internationally recognized
ment systems and sourcing practices to validate the smelters’
Responsible Wood Standard is compliant with the Programme
company-level management processes for responsible mineral
for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC), and enables
procurement. Companies can then use this information to
certificate holders to gain global entry to markets for certified
inform their sourcing choices. We are one of four fully approved
wood products. As one of the world’s premier third-party
firms to complete RMAP audits.
certifiers of responsible forest management and forest product chain-of-custody, we offer bundled RWS and Forest Stewardship
Catherine Hansen
Council® audits, allowing companies to cost-effectively maintain
Program Manager, Jewelry and Precious Metals
both certifications with only one audit per year. Dual FSC and Responsible Wood certification further amplifies a company’s commitment to responsible forest management principles. Brendan Grady Director, Forest Management Certification
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SAI Platform Farm Sustainability Assessment Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA) is a tool developed by SAI Platform and its members in conjunction with suppliers, farmers, and other stakeholders to assess, improve and communicate onfarm sustainability. We are now approved by SAI Platform to provide Farm Sustainability Assessments. Additionally, our Sustainably Grown Certification Program has been benchmarked by SAI Platform against FSA, earning a Silver Performance level. This enables our Sustainably Grown certified customers to gain added recognition and value for their efforts.. Eric Harris Director, Sustainability, Food and Agriculture
APPAREL PRODUCTS §§Better Cotton Initiative §§Ethical Sourcing Consulting §§Life Cycle Assessment §§Responsible Wool Standard §§Recycled Content §§Sustainable Apparel Coalition - Higgs Index
BIOFUELS AND BIOBASED PRODUCTS §§Bonsucro §§International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) §§Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) §§Sustainable Biomass Program
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BUILT ENVIRONMENT §§BIFMA e3 level® Furniture Sustainability §§Biodegradable §§FactsCM – Sustainability Assessment for Commercial Furnishings Fabric §§FloorScore® – Indoor Air Quality §§Formaldehyde Compliance (EPA, CARB) §§Formaldehyde Free / No Added Formaldehyde
§§Material Transparency: Health Product Declaration, Declare®, and Red List Free §§NSF/ANSI 140 Sustainability Assessment for Carpet §§NSF/ANSI 332 Sustainability Assessment for Resilient Floor Coverings §§No Added Formaldehyde §§No Added Urea Formaldehyde
§§Green Squared® – Tile Industry
§§Recycled Content
§§Indoor Air Quality – Indoor Advantage™ and
§§Recycling Program
Indoor Advantage Gold™ §§International Living Future Institute - Living Product Challenge (LPC)
§§SCS Responsible Source™ for Synthetic Fiber Materials and Products §§Well Building Standard Consulting
§§Lead Safe Paint
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CalCompliant
CLIMATE SERVICES §§Carbon Footprint Verification and Assessment (Corporate and Product) §§CDP Consultancy §§Climate Impact Profile based on updated climate metrics §§ISO-14067 (Product Carbon Footprint) §§PAS 2050 §§The Climate Registry (TCR) §§World Resources Institute (WRI) §§Carbon Offset Validation and Verification §§American Carbon Registry (ACR) §§California Air Resources Board (ARB) Compliance Offset Program §§Climate Action Reserve (CAR) §§Climate, Community and Biodiversity Standards (CCB) §§Forest Carbon Offset Protocol (FCOP) §§Gold Standard (GS) §§Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) REDUCED
CLIMATE FOOTPRINT
48% Reduced Climate Footprint when compared to conventional zero calorie sweetener, based on 50% reduction in filler and 34% reduction in packaging material used
§§Carbon Neutrality Verification §§Carbon neutrality based on updated climate metrics §§PAS 2060 §§CDP Reporting Assistance §§GHG Management and Reduction
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Industries Served Adhesives and Sealants Agriculture Apparel Aquaculture Biofuels and Bio-based Products Building and Construction Chemicals Cleaners Flooring Food Forestry Floriculture and Horticulture Furniture Government and Institutions Home and Garden Jewelry Metals and Mining Paints and Coatings Paper and Pulp Power Generation Printing Retail and Wholesale Seafood Solvents Textiles and Fiber Transportation
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FISHERIES AND SEAFOOD §§Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Responsible Aquaculture Production §§Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Chain of Custody §§Fair Trade USA Capture Fisheries Standard §§Fisheries Improvement Projects (FIPs) §§Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Chain of Custody §§Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Fisheries §§Responsible Fisheries Management (RFM) Chain of Custody §§Seafood Safety and HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point)
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FOOD, BEVERAGE, AND AGRICULTURAL SUSTAINABILITY §§Alliance for Water Stewardship §§Better Cotton Initiative §§Bonsucro (Better Sugarcane Initiative) §§Equitable Food Initiative – Responsibly Grown Farmworker Assured™ §§Fair Trade Certified® – Fair Trade USA §§GLOBALG.A.P. §§Organic (USDA) §§Responsible Sourcing Advisory and Verification Services §§Responsible Wool Standard §§Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) §§Starbucks Ethical Sourcing §§Sustainably Grown – Fresh Produce, Herbs, Nuts, Grains, Fresh Ingredients, and Other Plant Crops §§UTZ Code of Conduct and Chain of Custody §§Veriflora® Sustainably Grown – Cut Flowers, Potted Plants and Other Ornamentals §§Veriflora® Peatlands – Responsible Management
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FOOD QUALITY AND SAFETY §§Antioxidant Density
§§Maximum Residue Limit (MRL)
§§British Retail Consortium (BRC)
§§Mushroom GAP (MGAP)
§§Food Safety Supply Chain
§§Non-GMO Consulting Service
Management and Verificaton
§§Non-GMO Project Verified
§§Food Safety Training
§§Pesticide Residue Free
§§Food Security (adjunct to GMP)
§§Primus GFS
§§GLOBALG.A.P.
§§Safe Quality Food (SQF)
§§Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
§§Seafood Safety
§§Harmonized GAP
§§Sensory Evaluation
§§Hazard Analysis Critical Control
§§Tesco Nurture
Point (HACCP)
§§Tomato Metrics
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FORESTS AND WOOD PRODUCTS §§European Union Timber Regulation (EUTR) Due Diligence §§Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC) Responsible Forest Management §§Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC) Chain of Custody
§§SCS Legal Harvest™ Timber Legality §§SCS Salvaged Wood and Fiber §§Supply Chain Verification §§Sustainable Biomass Program (SBP) §§SVLK (Indonesia) Timber Legality
§§Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) Chain of Custody §§Responsible Wood Standard, Forest Product Chain of Custody §§Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO)
PEFC/29-44-06
Promoting Sustainable Forest Management www.pefc.org
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LIFE CYCLE SERVICES §§Corporate Sustainability Footprinting §§Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) §§Environmentally Preferable Product §§LCA Critical Reviews §§LCA Studies §§LCA Training §§Product Category Rule (PCR) Development §§Product Environmental Footprint (PEF)
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METALS, MINING, JEWELRY AND ELECTRONICS §§Fairmined™ Gold §§Responsible Jewellery Council §§Responsible Minerals Assurance Process §§SCS Recycled Content §§SCS Responsible Source™ §§SEC Conflict Minerals Reporting §§Signet Responsible Sourcing Protocol (SRSP)
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TRAINING AND EDUCATION - FOOD SAFETY SCS has been conducting food safety training for three decades.
2017 Trainings
Our classes are offered in public or private, in English and
§§BRC Food Safety Standard
Spanish, and in a wide range of formats to suit individual needs,
§§Crisis Management / Product Recall
including instructor-led live or webinar, and self-paced online. We are known for quality instructors, relevant course offerings, and our helpful support team.
§§Food Safety Team Bootcamp §§FSMA Foreign Supplier Verification Program §§FSMA Preventive Controls for Human Food §§GLOBALG.A.P. IFA Standard for Fruits and Vegetables
“ SCS has been our go-to vendor for food safety training since 2011.
§§GLOBALG.A.P. Internal Auditor and QMS
We appreciate that there are a good variety of public courses available
§§GMPs for Food Facilities
in both Northern and Southern California. Our employees have also benefited from customized in-house training..” Sireesha Bhattiprolu Quality Assurance Manager, Kerry Ingredients
§§HACCP Training for Processors, Produce Operations, and Agricultural Operations
§§Implementing SQF §§Internal Auditor for GFSI §§Understanding the BRC Food Safety Standard Internal Auditing
§§Validate and Verify Your Food Safety Plan §§Warehousing and Sanitary Transport, FSMA based
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Public Food Safety Webinars We also facilitate numerous internal training seminars, such as:
§§Harmonizing Food Safety + Sustainability in Fresh Produce §§How the Produce Rule compares to GGAP and Primus GFS §§Meeting Food Label Requirements §§SQF Version 8 - Seamless transitioning from Version 7.2 §§Supply Chain Programs and FSMA Compliance §§The SQF Certification Process
“ I appreciated that Michael was very organized and I learned a tremendous amount of important information for my work. He engaged the class in spirited discussion throughout. Thanks!” James Farrell Staff Sanitarian, Valencia Food Safety (JEFY), about SCS’ class on “FSMA Preventive Controls for Human Food “ The training went beautifully! Jose raised the awareness of our team here at Nellson.” Craig Bond QA Manager, Nellson LLC, about a “GMPs for Food Facilities” training
TRAINING AND EDUCATION Forest Management and Forest Product Chain of Custody Professional Trainings In its role as one of the world’s top certifiers of forest management and forest product chain of custody, ongoing professional training is essential to assure that auditors around the globe are up-to-date on all revisions to standards and program requirements. 2017 trainings included::
§§Auditing FSC® and PEFC Chain of Custody Social Requirements
§§FSC® Chain of Custody and LEED Credits §§FSC® Chain of Custody Lead Auditor 101 §§FSC® Controlled Wood §§FSC® Credit and Percentage Systems §§FSC® Forest Management Lead Auditor Training §§FSC® Reclaimed Materials §§FSC® Trademark Requirements
§§Auditing FSC® Chain of Custody for LEED
§§Issuing Chain of Custody Corrective Action Requests (CARs)
§§Auditor Interview Skills
§§PEFC Chain of Custody Lead Auditor 101
§§Auditor Manuals for Chain of Custody and Forest
§§Sampling and Audit Timing for Chain of Custody Audits
Management
§§Chain of Custody Opening and Closing Meeting Guide §§Closing Corrective Action Requests (CARs) for Forest Management and Chain of Custody
§§Conducting Effective Chain of Custody Walkthroughs §§Conducting Witness Audits §§Evaluating Chain of Custody Risk Assessment §§Forest Management Erosion Safety Training
Indoor Air Quality Webinars The SCS FloorScore® and Indoor Advantage™ team conducted webinars on indoor air quality program requirements, testing, and certification value for building materials manufacturers, retailers, and professionals. These webinars contribute toward Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for green building professionals through the Interior Design Continuing Education Council.
Food and Agriculture Sustainability, Organic, and Non-GMO The Food and Agriculture team hosted professional trainings and public webinars in 2017 to reinforce environmental stewardship and social responsibility in food and beverage production, including the following: Trainings
§§C.A.F.E. Practices, Starbucks’ ethical sourcing program for coffee — Training courses were held in Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Indonesia, Kenya, and Ethiopia
§§COCOA Practices, Starbucks’ ethical sourcing program for cocoa — Training course was provided in Ivory Coast
§§Ferrero Farming Values Hazelnut (FFVH) program, Ferrero’s standard for sustainable hazelnut production — Trainings were provided for auditors in Turkey Webinars
§§Non-GMO Project and USDA Organic: Choosing the Right Label for You
§§Organic Certification: Getting Started §§Sustainable Sourcing Solutions in Food and Agriculture §§The Easy Guide to Non-GMO Project Verification
Climate Webinars SCS’ climate staff regularly provides webinars and presentations on the drivers of climate change, the importance of carbon footprinting, and opportunities to reduce climate impacts. In 2017, SCS hosted the following webinar series:
§§How to Generate Business Value from Corporate GHG Management
§§Are Scope 3 GHG Inventories for Purchased Goods and Services Credible?
§§Steps to Keep Pace with (and Go Beyond) your Competition’s GHG Management Planning
TOPICS SCS shares its unique insights as a certifier and standards developer on a wide variety of topics in its blog. (Click on a topic to read the full story)
Indonesia Becomes World’s First Country to Export Forestry Products Under EU’s Strict Timber Legality Rules Todd Frank, Director, SCS Southeast Asia
Does Your Food Safety Auditor Have the Right Stuff ? Heena Patel, Technical Director, Food Safety
Bridging the Climate Divide Linda Brown, Senior Vice President
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Food Safety + Sustainability
Food Safety and Sustainability: Flip Sides of the Same Coin Lesley Sykes, Manager, Sustainability Food and Agriculture
Taking the Food Industry by Storm: Non-GMO Project Verified Lucy Anderson, Technical Manager, Sustainability Organic & Non-GMO Programs Evelyn Drawec, Associate, Sustainability Organic & Non-GMO Programs
Chasing Arrows: The Continued Central Role of Recycling in the Circular Economy Molly Black, LEED AP O+M | Auditor
What LCA Reveals about the Built Environment and the Circular Economy Jeremie Hakian, Manager, Environmental Product Declarations 00 88
CERTIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS AND TESTIMONIALS First RSPO Accredited Certification Body in
SCS Reaches New Carbon Offset Milestone at
North America Issues First Certificate to
125 Million Metric Tons Verified
Vermont Soap Company
“Forest Carbon Partners has been pleased to work with SCS on
“Our RSPO certification allows us to provide
over 20 carbon offset verifications. We value the expertise and
hard documentation to our white label clients
professionalism of the SCS verification team because we know
and our brand’s customers that only certified
that undergoing third-party verification with SCS helps ensure the
sustainably harvested palm oil is used in bar
long-term integrity of our offset credits.” 8-0189-16-100-00
soaps manufactured at Vermont Soap. Working with SCS was an excellent experience; they led us through the certification process in a thorough, professional and timely manner.”
Hilde Whalle
Chief of Operations, Vermont Soap Company
Emily Warms
Manager of Investment & Operations, New Forests
“As the nation’s leading supplier of California compliance carbon offsets, Finite Carbon values and relies on SCS verification services to bring our projects to successful completion. SCS was
Sloan® Commits to Carbon Neutral Products: Reducing Carbon Footprint Furthers Sloan’s Pledge to Sustainability “Sloan recognizes and takes seriously its responsibility to take care of our planet. We put forth a lot of effort to run our products through the EPD programs. To not only provide more transparency to our customers, but to also eliminate the carbon footprint for our products is a great win for us.”
Patrick Boyle
Director of Corporate Sustainability, Sloan
responsible for verifying the 14-million-ton Colville IFM Project, California’s largest compliance project to date. We applaud SCS for their role in our process and all of our clients for their longterm commitment to sustainable forestry.”
Sean Carney
President, Finite Carbon
Agxa Achieves FSC Chain of Custody Certification “Agxa thrives to excel in customer service whilst maintaining world-class standards in every aspect. As part of this exercise we have now achieved the FSC CoC Certification that will certainly add value to our Printing, Publishing and Packaging cluster.”
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Anton Godfrey
Founder and Executive Chairman, Agxa
SCS Verified
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SCS has been a leading assessor of carbon offset projects globally since 2008.
First Squid Fishery Certified to the MSC Standard: U.S. Northeast Longfin Inshore Squid Fishery “Throughout our 37 years of business, our goal has always been to provide customers with a healthy and sustainable seafood product. By certifying longfin squid, we hope to take that promise of sustainability a step further, and to provide our customers with squid for many years to come.” Katie Almeida
Fishery Policy Analyst, The Town Dock
Australian Heard Island and McDonald Islands Toothfish Certified to the MSC Standard “We are thrilled with our recertification for HIMI toothfish. At Austral, we have a strong commitment to sustainability. From our MSC certifications through to our Carbon Neutral Program, we take pride in our sustainable business practices to ensure we can enjoy seafood for generations to come.” David Carter CEO of Austral Fisheries
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Northeastern Tropical Pacific Purse Seine Tuna Fishery Earns Prestigious MSC Certification “This certification represents a major milestone for the tuna industry. The Alliance has demonstrated that it is possible to manage a successful, commercial tuna fishery with great attention to the ecosystem in which it operates, well within national and international limits.” Brian Perkins Marine Stewardship Council Regional Director, Americas
“The Alliance has worked diligently for years to set a new high bar for tuna fishing. We have been quite impressed with the rigor and thoroughness of SCS and the MSC process, and are very gratified to have earned this prestigious recognition of our efforts.” Mariana Ramos Executive Director, Pacific Alliance for Sustainable Tuna
Michigan Department of Natural Resources “Since 2005, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources has maintained an FSC Forest Management certificate for 3.9 million acres of the Michigan state forest, making it one of the earliest and largest certified public forest systems in the United States. Certification demonstrates that forest management in Michigan conserves natural forest ecosystems and benefits the lives of local people and workers through many uses and values, while maintaining and improving the regional and global competitiveness of Michigan’s certified forest products industry.” Keith Kintigh Forest Conservation and Certification Specialist
Forest Resources Division, Michigan Department of Natural Resources
Salvaged Honduran Wood Repurposed as Fire Starter Earns Verification “We employ thousands of people by harvesting and processing our Fatwood products, and substantially reduced forest fires by cleaning up the forest floor. Our Salvaged Wood verification helps communicate our firm commitment to the environment, and gives our customers the peace of mind knowing they are purchasing a responsibly sourced and environmentally friendly product.” Richard Davis President, Wood Products International 45
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6,000+ FSC Chain Of Custody Certificates Issued To Date ®
Sawmills & Lumberyards
Building Materials
Furniture
Print Materials
Flooring
Biomass
Paper Mills
Non-timber Forest Products
Elite Paint Receives First Lead Safe Paint® Certification in Bangladesh “Elite Paint is proud to achieve the milestone of producing lead-free paint. We are running first towards our target. But, in our country, implementation of any process is slow. We strive to make our paint products environmentally friendly and our next target is to produce volatile organic carbon-free paint.” Mozahar Hossain Director (Operations) and Head of Management Committee, Elite Paint
“Paints with high levels of lead continue to be sold in many countries in the world. We commend Elite Paint for seeking Lead Safe Paint® certification and voluntarily committing to producing lead safe paint products. We encourage other companies and brand leaders around the world to join Elite Paint and seek certification.” Sara Brosché IPEN NGO Network: Toxics Free Future
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Action Floors Brings Environmental Transparency to Sports Flooring with FloorScore Certification and Environmental Product Declaration “Publishing an EPD reinforces Action Floors’ commitment to the environment and sustainable and healthy building initiatives. When architects, facility managers, or dealers source maple flooring products from our company, they know they are getting a product with a fully transparent environmental impact profile that can contribute to LEED v4 credits. FloorScore Certification proves that our products support indoor air quality for our customers. FloorScore Certification supports our commitment to green and healthier buildings. As building construction continues to evolve, green building will become the norm, as will buildings that provide a healthier environment.” Don Brown Technical Director, Action Floors
Architects, Designers, and Specifiers Gain Increased Access to SCS Green Products Guide through Integration with Origin and mindful MATERIALS Product Platforms “Creating a direct link to the SCS Green Products Guide is a win-win, providing more efficient product sourcing for Origin Users and greater visibility for SCS Manufacturers. Bridging the gap between sustainable product requirements and access to this critical information is paramount to creating healthier buildings. This partnership is another great step forward in providing the industry with a central material data hub. SCS is a leading provider of the certifications and transparency documentation specifiers are looking for. This integration means efficient and up-to-date product sourcing for Origin and mindful MATERIALS users, and greater visibility for SCS manufacturers. ” Rebecca Best Vice President of Marketing, GIGA, regarding the automated integration of SCS’ Green Products Guide
certification data into the Origin Material Data Hub and the mindful MATERIALS green building product
transparency platform.
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Health Product Declaration® (HPD) Collaborative Announces Third-Party Verification Program Advancing Capabilities for Product Reporting and Transparency in the Building Industry “Health Product Declaration users and manufacturers have been requesting a third-party verification program for HPDs from the outset of the Standard. We deliberately have waited for the Standard to mature and a critical mass of HPDs to be created (over 3,100 now published) so that we can ensure that the verification program has a strong and stable foundation of practice behind it.” John Geyer HPDC Program Director
Indoor Air Quality “By partnering with SCS Global Services, we can provide our customers with a means of reaching an even broader constituency with their healthy indoor air achievements and claims. Our extensive capabilities in VOC emissions testing services perfectly complement SCS’ IAQ certification programs, and provide added value to manufacturers in this crowded market.” Dr. Marc Lor Project Manager, VITO regarding its partnership with
SCS to conducting VOC emissions testing in Europe .
Historic Merino Wool Farm Earns Recognition Under Responsible Wool Standard “We have been raising high-quality sheep on this land for 181 years, and are proud that our practices have been independently verified. SCS conducted a thorough, professional audit of our operation, providing full transparency into our practices, and assuring our customers that we stand behind our sustainability commitment. This certification is a testament to the fact that our superior quality Merino starts with happy, well-cared for sheep.� Philip Attard Director, Gostwyck
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New Study Reveals Lighter Environmental Footprint for Fibers Sourced from Flax and Recycled Clothing. Peer-Reviewed LCA Commissioned by Global Fashion Pioneer Stella McCartney Compares Ten Different Fiber Inputs for Manmade Cellulose Fiber “This rigorous study provides important new insights into how the choice of fiber source determines the impacts of man-made cellulose fiber on the world’s species, forest ecosystems and freshwater, as well as our global climate and human health. For Canopy, these findings reinforce the need to prioritize and advance commercial-scale production of fabrics made from closed-loop fiber solutions such as agriculture residues and recycled fabrics.” Nicole Rycroft Executive Director, Canopy
Numi Organic Tea “Numi has worked with SCS Global Services across a variety of programs, from assurance for our own Fair Labor Practices supply chain program, to Non-GMO verification, and, most recently, as the certification partner for a new Fair Trade USA supply chain. Through our participation with the OSC2 packaging collaboration, we’ve also had the opportunity to work with SCS’ LCA team as a service provider for packaging LCA and marine degradation studies. Across each of these program areas, we are always impressed by the professionalism, expertise, and impeccable customer service delivered by SCS staff. Reports and other deliverables are on-time, well substantiated, and clear in presentation. SCS is truly a trusted partner and valuable resource for any brand seeking to measure and validate their sustainability claims.” Jane Franch Director of Quality, Sourcing and Sustainability
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The Nunes Company “We are deeply committed to the food safety values of the GFSI standard and aim to foster the principles of the Sustainably Grown audit in our harvesting, cooling and growing practices. SCS has been a fantastic resource and group to work with. The customer service has made the process of certification all that much better.� Kristina Nunes Director of Food Safety, The Nunes Company, Inc.
Wilsonart “Wilsonart has been a proud and responsible member of the global community for more than 60 years. It is literally woven into our culture. The original values upon which the Wilson family founded the company in the mid-1950s embody sustainability at all levels. We look to limit our impact on the environment. We also pledge a long-term commitment to providing high quality products, reliable services, secure jobs and strong community support.� Tammy Weadock Manager, Public Relations & Social Media, Wilsonart
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Owens Corning Owens Corning is a leading global manufacturer of insulation, roofing, and fiberglass composite products. Working with SCS since 2013 to verify its GHG Inventory, the company has added new categories of verification each year, including Scope 3 GHG emissions, CDP Water Reporting and selected Dow Jones Sustainability Index social indicators. Increasing transparency and assurance of key metrics has earned the company high marks, including a CDP A-List rating for 2016. “Our commitment to sustainability has been broadened and deepened as we continually challenge ourselves to collaborate more with others to amplify our impact around the globe. We look forward to continuing this momentum for the benefit of our customers, our employees, our investors, our communities and the planet.” Mr. Frank O’Brien-Bernini Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer, Owens Corning
SPECIAL RECOGNITION: 2017
Business Intelligence Group’s 2017 Sustainability Leadership Award “Sustainability is no longer a business decision calculated solely
“By independently evaluating products, services, and management
by ROI. It’s a business mandate. We are so proud to reward
systems to verify practices that advance sustainable development
and recognize all of our winners and finalists, as they provide a
goals, we help innovators gain credibility for their marketplace
benchmark for corporate citizenship concerning sustainability
claims and gain competitive advantage. These services help
and the protection of our environment.”
decision-makers make better-informed decisions based on the
Russ Fordyce
Managing Director of the Business Intelligence Group
highest level of environmental, ethical and quality accountability, support companies in satisfying their business customers and stakeholders, and provide a roadmap for companies seeking to improve their sustainability performance over time.”
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Linda Brown
SCS co-founder and Senior Vice President
U.S. EPA Includes SCS Global Services’ Standards, Ecolabels and Certifications in its Recommendations to Federal Purchasers SCS’ suite of indoor air quality certification standards for the built environment are now
§§NSF/ANSI 332 – 2015 Sustainability Assessment for Resilient Floor Coverings
recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in
The pilot project was an outgrowth of U.S. Presidential Executive
its Recommendations of Specifications, Standards and Ecolabels
Order 13963, Planning for Federal Sustainability in the Next
to federal purchasers. In addition, SCS was found to meet the
Decade, which directed the EPA to provide federal purchasers with
EPA’s guidelines for conformity assessment bodies for services
recommendations of specifications, standards, and ecolabels
provided in connection with:
to use in identifying and procuring environmentally preferable
§§level®, ANSI/BIFMA e3 – 2014, Certification for Sustainable
products and services.
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§§facts®, NSF/ANSI 336 – 2011, Certification for Sustainable Commercial Furnishings Fabric
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OUR VALUES SCS Leadership
SCS Board of Directors
SCS’ senior management is fully committed to carrying out the
The SCS Board of Directors currently consists of six individuals
benefit mission of the organization – to promote sustainable
dedicated to the company’s mission and intimately knowledge-
decision-making, policies and practices that safeguard our
able about the company’s operations.
environment, climate, and health, support workers and communities, and raise the standard of living for all. The leadership
“Consistent with SCS Global Services’ incorporation in the State
group includes its executives, along with divisional managers
of California as a Benefit Corporation, we confirm that: 1) SCS
spearheading operations and oversight for nearly 100 separate
Global Services’ corporate purpose is to create a materially
program areas.
positive impact on society and the environment; 2) SCS Global Services includes consideration of non-financial interests with-
“SCS Global Services operates for the benefit of people and
in the scope of our fiduciary duty when making decisions; and
the environment. This Annual Report – the sixth published
3) SCS Global Services publishes an Annual Report summariz-
since our reincorporation as a California Benefit Corporation
ing its annual performance with respect to this charter.
in 2012 – summarizes our work in support of this mission, through the administration of third-party certification services,
Pursuant to Sections 14621 and 14630 of the California
development of rigorous standards, and sharing of knowledge
Corporations Code, the Board of Directors hereby affirms that,
and insights. Social and environmental responsibility are also
during the year 2017, the corporation successfully fulfilled
embodied in our quality system and corporate polices, and
its general purposes, functions and responsibilities as a
integral to our day-to-day internal operations.”
California Benefit Corporation, as well as its specific purpose of
...Statement from the SCS Executive Team
providing third-party certification, auditing, testing and training services that recognize and reinforce client efforts to protect the environment, advance social responsibility, and enhance quality and safety.”
...Statement from the Board
Applying Our Values at Home and Abroad Our benefit corporation values are deeply ingrained in the organization, informing our internal policies as well as our external operations. Simply put, our goal is to minimize our
§§Product recycling and composting are actively encouraged onsite.
§§Employee orientations include a review of resin identification guides to maximize recycling.
own environmental footprint, in big ways and small, even as
§§SCS employees work together to reuse supplies and
we deliver top-notch professional service to our clients. For
shipping materials and E-waste and composting is
instance:
§§Audits are regionally batched to minimize miles traveled. §§Teleconferencing is maximized to support our international network of auditors and representatives.
§§Telecommuting, carpooling, and off-peak business commutes are encouraged.
§§Employees take advantage of on-site electric vehicle charging stations.
§§Employees participate in sustainably themed events, ranging from Earth Day events to the region-wide “Bike to Work” month.
§§Purchasing policies favor recycled content, non-GMO
professionally collected facility-wide.
§§The SCS Quality Team facilitated numerous internal training seminars, such as ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Training and Training on Stakeholder Identification and Outreach.
§§Lunch and learn sessions conducted by staff, as well as periodic documentary film showings, educate SCS employees about a wide range of environmental and social issues. Additionally, SCS makes annual donations to environmental causes, and sponsors an Annual Day of Service each winter, during which its employees volunteer in support of one of several social or environmental projects in the community.
verification, FSC certification, certified organic and Sustainably Grown.
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The 3 C’s of Our Corporate Culture
Professional Development
The SCS corporate culture can be summed up in three words:
SCS encourages continued professional development of its em-
Competency, Creativity, and Commitment:
ployees through sponsorship of attendance at conferences and
§§Competency – We have a world-class professional team capable of providing our customers worldwide with timely, insightful, and effective service.
§§Creativity – Our professional staff consists of highly
events, training opportunities, and flex-time accommodation of class schedules and childcare.
Our Quality System The SCS Quality System is a management-driven mechanism for
energetic, innovative problem solvers. In this intellectually
developing, implementing and maintaining key quality processes
demanding environment, individual employees at all levels
and procedures to ensure effective delivery of SCS services. It
of the company are encouraged to contribute ideas and
provides a robust framework for day-to-day operations, enabling
solutions. To reward such initiative, the company maintains
SCS to provide value to its clients, improve overall organizational
a robust practice of promoting from within its ranks.
§§Commitment – The people who are attracted to work
effectiveness and capabilities, and drive organizational and personal learning. Each employee is responsible for learning and helping to maintain the Quality System. A quarterly Quality Assur-
at SCS care deeply about protecting the environment,
ance Newsletter keeps employees up-to-date on quality proce-
promoting safe and healthy work conditions for workers, and
dures, trainings, and issues, while Quality Challenges with prizes
finding the right solutions grounded in scientific rigor.
to the winners keep employees engaged in a fun way. Opportunities to join the SCS team are listed on our Careers webpage.
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ACCREDITATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS Program
Accreditation / Approval Body
Accredited / Approved Since:
Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC) Responsible Forest Management
Accreditation Services International
February 1996
Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC) Chain of Custody
Accreditation Services International
February 1996
Marine Stewardship Council's (MSC) Sustainable Fishing
Accreditation Services International
January 2001
Marine Stewardship Council's (MSC) Chain of Custody
Accreditation Services International
January 2001
Organic crops, wild crops and handling operations
U.S. Department of Agriculture National Organic Program
April 2002
Safe Quality Foods standards (SQF Code Edition 7)
American National Standards Institute
March 2009
PEFC ST 2002:2013 Chain of Custody of Forest Based Products
American National Standards Institute
March 2009
Indoor Advantage™
American National Standards Institute
March 2009
Indoor Advantage™ Gold
American National Standards Institute
March 2009
FloorScore® (Resilient Floor Covering Institute)
American National Standards Institute
March 2009
• The Climate Registry (TCR) General Verification Protocol • Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) • Climate Action Reserve (CAR), Forest Verification Protocol • The American Carbon Registry
American National Standards Institute
May 2009
level®, BIFMA e3-2012 Sustainable Furniture Standard
American National Standards Institute
October 2010
Veriflora® Standard for Responsible Peatland Management
Canadian Peat and Sphagnum Association
January 2011
Bonsucro System
Better Sugarcane Initiative
July 2011
GLOBALG.A.P. Option 1 V5.0 (single and multi-sites)
American National Standards Institute
August 2011
Green Squared® standard
Tile Council of North America
November 2011
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Chain of Custody
Accreditation Services International
April 2012
Fairmined standard
Alliance for Responsible Mining (ARM)
April 2012
Greenhouse Gas Validation and Verification BodyISO 14065 and 14064-3 for:
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Program
Accreditation / Approval Body
Accredited / Approved Since:
ISCC Plus standard
International Sustainability and Carbon Certification
May 2012
ISCC standard
International Sustainability and Carbon Certification
May 2012
Mexico GAP V4.0
American National Standards Institute
November 2012
GLOBALG.A.P Produce Safety Standard V4.0 (PSS)
American National Standards Institute
December 2012
California Cap-and-Trade Program
California Air Resources Board
February 2013
FactsCM
Association of Contract Textiles (ACT)
March 2013
Health Product Declaration (HPD)
Health Product Declaration (HPD) Collaborative
November 2013
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) farm standards – Abalone, Bivalve, Freshwater Trout, Pangasius, Salmon, Shrimp and Tilapia – worldwide
Accreditation Services International
March 2014
Equitable Food Initiative Scheme – Responsibly Grown. Farmworker Assured. Certification Body for Farms and Packing Facilities
Equitable Food Initiative
March 2014
RJC Code of Practices and Chain of Custody standards
Responsible Jewellery Council
April 2014
Signet Responsible Sourcing Protocol standards
Responsible Jewellery Council
April 2014
Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB)
Accreditation Services International
November 2014
UTZ Chain of Custody standard for Coffee, Cocoa, Tea/Rooibos – United States, Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ivory Coast, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, and Australia
UTZ
May 2009
Environmental Product Declarations verifier, meeting ANSI and ISO17065, ISO 14025, ISO 21930, and ISO 14020 requirements
American National Standards Institute
March 2015
Eligible Program Operator to develop Type III environmental programs and program declarations
American National Standards Institute
March 2015
Sustainable Apparel Coalition Pilot Verification – Higg’s Index, Environmental Facility Module
Sustainable Apparel Coalition
July 2015
Indoor Advantage Gold and Indoor Advantage - eligibility for credits under BREEAM’s indoor air quality requirements
BREEAM
July 2015
CDP Consultancy
CDP
August 2015
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Program
Accreditation / Approval Body
Accredited / Approved Since:
Harmonized Produce Safety Standard V1.0 (HPSS)
American National Standards Institute
December 2015
GLOBALG.A.P. Option 2 V5.0 (groups)
American National Standards Institute
December 2015
Living Product Challenge standard
International Living Future Institute
February 2016
Declare™
International Living Future Institute
February 2016
Non-GMO Project Verification standard –Technical Administrator
Non-GMO Project
April 2016
Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) standard
Alliance for Water Stewardship
June 2016
Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) standard
Better Cotton Initiative
July 2016
Forest Products Australian Forestry Standard AS 4707:2014
American National Standards Institute
July 2016
• Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) • Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) • Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)
American National Standards Institute
July 2016
Conflict-Free Smelter Program (CFSP)
Conflict Free Sourcing Initiative
November 2016
SCS Sustainably Grown® – Eligible Eco-Labeling Certification Scheme Owner
American National Standards Institute
December 2016
Eco-Labeling Certification body meeting the requirements of ISO 14020, ISO 14024 and ISO 17065
American National Standards Institute
December 2016
Indoor Advantage and Indoor Advantage Gold standards
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Recommendations of Specifications, Standards and Ecolabels to federal purchasers
December 2016
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Recommendations of Specifications, Standards and Ecolabels to federal purchasers
December 2016
Accreditation Services International
January 2017
PrimusGFS, including the following scopes:
Recognized conformity assessment bodies for services provided in connection with the following standards: • level®, ANSI/BIFMA e3 – 2014, Certification for Sustainable Furniture • Green Squared®, ANSI A138.1 – 2011 v2, Certification for Sustainable Ceramic Tiles, Glass Tiles and Tile Installation Materials • facts®, NSF/ANSI 336 – 2011, Certification for Sustainable Commercial Furnishings Fabric • NSF/ANSI 140 – 2015 Sustainability Assessment for Carpet • NSF/ANSI 332 – 2015 Sustainability Assessment for Resilient Floor Coverings RSPO Supply Chain Certification Systems (SCCS) worldwide
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Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers
Grower Shipper Association of Central California
Association (BIFMA)
GSA is a respected and continuously growing force in the agricul-
BIFMA is the non-profit trade association for business and
tural industry committed to representing the needs of its mem-
institutional furniture manufacturers. SCS is an active and
bers. SCS is an associate member of The Chairman’s Roundtable
long-standing member of BIFMA technical working groups for
which allows GSA members to team up with industry leaders to
the e.3 Furniture Sustainability Standard and M7.1/X7.1 VOC
make a stronger impact in shaping the important local, regional,
Emissions Standards.
state and federal issues facing agriculture.
Colorado Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association
GIGA
CFVGA is the go-to resource for Colorado fresh fruit and vege-
The German Institute of Global and Area Studies (GIGA) is an
table farmers. CFVGA connects Colorado growers with indus-
independent social science research institute whose mission is
try, government, academia and consumers to strengthen and
to analyze political, social, and economic developments in Africa,
expand Colorado fresh fruit and vegetable production. SCS has
Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East, as well as global issues.
been a member since 2016.
The GIGA approach is global in content, reach, and structure.
eco-INSTITUT
Institute of Food Technologists
Eco-INSTITUT is a leading provider of product emissions and
Since 1939, IFT has been advancing the science of food and its
chemical testing based in Cologne, Germany. It conducts
application across the global food system by creating a dynamic
volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions testing for the
forum where individuals from more than 90 countries can col-
SCS Indoor Advantage™, SCS Indoor Advantage™ Gold, and
laborate, learn, and grow, transforming scientific knowledge into
FloorScore certification programs in conformance with indus-
innovative solutions for the benefit of people around the world.
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try-recognized sustainability and environmental claims standards. Its partnership with SCS launched in May 2016.
International Precious Metals Institute IPMI is an international association of members of the precious
Florida Fruit and Vegetables Association
metals community formed to provide a forum for the exchange
The Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association is the state’s
of information and technology. IPMI seeks and promotes the
leading full-service specialty crop organization, serving Flori-
efficient and environmentally sound use, reuse, and recycling
da’s grower-shipper community since 1943. FFVA represents a
of precious metals from both primary and secondary sources.
broad range of crops, including vegetables, citrus, tropical fruit,
IPMI conducts educational meetings and courses and serves as a
berries, sod, sugar cane, tree crops and more.
primary resource for information worldwide.
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ISEAL Alliance
Sustainable Apparel Coalition
The ISEAL Alliance is an internationally recognized organization
The Sustainable Apparel Coalition was formed by sustainability
dedicated to ensuring credible and innovative sustainability
leaders and leading environmental and social organizations to
standards. SCS has been a subscriber since September 2014.
address current social and environmental challenges, representing more than one-third of the global apparel and foot-
mindful MATERIALS
wear industries. SCS has been an affiliate member since 2015.
mindful MATERIALS is a design industry initiative that provides a common platform for manufacturers to clearly communicate
Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council
transparency and optimization information for their building
SPLC was created to simplify, optimize and standardize the
products.
practice of sustainable procurement. SCS is a member of the Founders Circle.
Produce Marketing Association The Produce Marketing Association is a trade organization
Textile Exchange
representing companies from every segment of the global
Textile Exchange is a global nonprofit organization that works
fresh produce and floral supply chain. PMA helps members
with the entire textile supply chain to reduce environmental
grow by providing connections that expand business oppor-
impacts and promote positive change within the industry.
tunities and increase sales and consumption. SCS has been a
SCS collaborates with the Textile Exchange on climate change
member for over two decades.
metrics and environmental claims verification programs and processes.
Program Operators Consortium (POC) The POC is a group of standards developers and certifiers
ToxServices
specializing in the development of Product Category Rules
ToxServices is a scientific consulting firm focused on toxicology and
(PCRs) and the certification of Environmental Product Decla-
risk assessment. It helps manufacturers prepare and publish
rations (EPDs), working together to advance environmental
their HPDs using the HPD Collaborative’s online builder tool,
product transparency in the marketplace. SCS became a
while SCS provides the independent verification required to
member in 2016.
validate the HPD disclosure claim. This partnership launched in May 2016.
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United Fresh United Fresh Produce Association is the industry’s leading trade association committed to driving the growth and success of produce companies and their partners. United Fresh represents the interests of member companies throughout the global fresh produce supply chain, including family-owned, private and publicly traded businesses as well as regional, national and international companies. SCS has been a member for over two decades. U.S. Green Building Council The U.S. Green Building Council is a nonprofit organization that promotes sustainable design and construction through the LEED building rating system, along with educational offerings, nationwide chapters, and the annual Greenbuild Conference and Expo.
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