SCS GLOBAL SERVICES, INC

Scientific Certification Systems, Inc. (SCS) is a company that provides third-party certification, auditing, testing, and standards development services for environmental, sustainability, and food quality performance claims. The company was founded in 1984 and is based in Emeryville, California, USA. SCS works with various sectors and industries, such as apparel and textiles, climate change, corporate sustainability, food, fuels and transportation, green building, greener product claims, jewelry, metals and mining, and responsibly sourced materials. SCS helps its clients to evaluate their performance, identify improvement opportunities, determine the best steps forward, and reassure customers and stakeholders about their environmental and social impacts. SCS has developed and implemented several sustainability standards and programs, such as: Certified Responsible Source™ Textiles: This standard verifies that textile products are made from responsibly sourced materials, such as organic cotton, recycled polyester, or hemp, and that they meet environmental and social criteria throughout the supply chain. Certified Sustainably Grown®: This standard certifies that agricultural products are grown in a way that conserves natural resources, protects biodiversity, enhances soil health, and respects the rights and well-being of workers and communities. Carbon Neutral Certification: This certification verifies that an organization, product, service, or event has achieved net zero greenhouse gas emissions by reducing its emissions and offsetting the remaining ones through verified carbon credits. Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs): These are standardized reports that disclose the environmental impacts of a product or service throughout its life cycle, such as energy use, water consumption, waste generation, and carbon footprint. Fairmined™ Gold and Silver Certification: This certification ensures that gold and silver are mined in a responsible manner that supports the social and economic development of artisanal and small-scale mining communities, and that they comply with environmental and labor standards. Responsible Wool Standard: This standard ensures that wool is sourced from farms that respect animal welfare and land management practices, and that the wool is traceable throughout the supply chain. SCS is committed to advancing sustainable development goals and creating a positive impact on the world. The company's vision is to achieve a sustainable future that safeguards the environment and the climate, respects and supports the dignity, health, and well-being of workers and communities, and raises the standard of living for all.