SUSTAINBLE CERTIFICATIONS
Cradle to Cradle Certified is a certification program that evaluates
products based on their sustainability throughout their entire life cycle,
from raw material extraction to end-of-life disposal or reuse.
The SCS Indoor Advantage™ Gold certificate is a proof of a test
regarding harmful emissions of fabrics and products in the interior.
Fabrics certified by SCS contribute to a better room air quality.
Oeko-Tex certifies non-hazardous end-products and all of their
components. Products that carry the Standard 100 label have been
tested and proven free of harmful levels of toxic substances. By
contrast, GOTS certified the organic production of raw materials such
as cotton, flax etc.
The EU Ecolabel is a world-renowned, voluntary scheme promoting
goods and services that clearly demonstrate environmental excellence,
based on standardised processes and scientific evidence.
The European FEMB level® certificate a comprehensive overview of all
relevant sustainability aspects, and not just for furniture buyers. It also
provides product developers and manufacturers with transparency
about customer requirements, including key circular economy criteria.
Level 3 is the highest achievement.
GREENGUARD Certification Program gives assurance that products
designed for use in indoor spaces meet strict chemical emissions limits,
which contribute to the creation of healthier interiors. Achieving
GREENGUARD Certification gives credibility to manufacturers’
sustainability claims, backing them with empirical technical data from
an unbiased, third-party organization.
ISO 14001:2015: Environmental management system.
FISP is an independently certified sustainability programme created to
tailor to the needs of the Furniture Industry supply chain.
The Blue Angel has been the ecolabel of the German Federal
Government for more than 45 years. It is an independent and credible
label that sets stringent standards for environmentally friendly products
and services. The Blue Angel is the guide for purchasing.
BREEAM is a globally recognized sustainability assessment method for
buildings. It evaluates a building's performance in areas such as energy
use, water consumption, waste management, and indoor air quality. By
achieving a BREEAM certification, building owners and developers
demonstrate their commitment to sustainable construction and
operation.
ISO 38200:2018: Chain of custody of wood and wood-based products.
ISO 11469:2016: Plastics — Generic identification and marking of plastics
product.
B Corp Certification is a designation that a business is meeting high
standards of verified performance, accountability, and transparency on
factors from employee benefits and charitable giving to supply chain
practices and input material.
FSC certification stands for Forest Stewardship Council certification.
It's a globally recognized certification system that ensures forests are
managed responsibly.