Standard Owner Benchmark - ECO-INSTITUT

By CommonShare

ECO-INSTITUT is an independent testing and certification organization based in Germany. It specializes in evaluating and certifying products for their environmental and sustainability attributes. Founded in 1988, ECO-INSTITUT has extensive experience in providing services related to emissions testing, chemical analysis, and product certifications.

The primary focus of ECO-INSTITUT is to assess the safety and environmental impact of various products, including building materials, furniture, textiles, and consumer goods. The organization conducts rigorous testing to evaluate factors such as emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), harmful substances, and other potential pollutants. They also analyze the chemical composition of products to determine their compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

ECO-INSTITUT's certifications and labels provide assurance to consumers and businesses that a product has undergone comprehensive testing and meets specific environmental and health criteria. Their certifications often consider factors such as indoor air quality, sustainability, and ecological compatibility. These certifications can help companies differentiate their products in the market and demonstrate their commitment to environmental responsibility.

The organization collaborates with industry stakeholders, government agencies, and research institutions to stay up to date with emerging trends and scientific advancements in the field of environmental testing and certification. ECO-INSTITUT's testing methods and criteria are regularly updated to reflect the latest knowledge and regulatory requirements.

In addition to its certification services, ECO-INSTITUT also offers consultancy and research services. They provide expert advice on topics such as product development, regulatory compliance, and sustainable material selection. Their research initiatives aim to advance the understanding of environmental impacts and promote sustainable practices within industries.

ECO-INSTITUT's work contributes to the promotion of healthier and more environmentally friendly products and materials. By evaluating and certifying products based on rigorous environmental criteria, they support the development of a sustainable and responsible marketplace.

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Governance

The certification uses a multi-stakeholder, independent governance model to support the development of the standards related to the certification.

Buy Side Availability

Buy side availability details out how easy it is for consumers to find products and companies exhibiting the standards offered by the certification.

Digital Accessibility

How easy is it for innovative new companies, startups, and local retailers to have the same access and affordable pricing models to use standard information in digital applications.

Supply Side Digitization

Details on the certificate are easily available via technology for inclusion in third party digital applications.

Relevance

This considers the scale of the certification, and the number of products and companies that currently contribute to the certificate. National and local certification are normalized with countries.

How our Standard Owner Benchmark® Works?

By CommonShare

This is a benchmark to help companies understand which standards should be part of a sustainable procurement plan. Further, the benchmark allows standard setting schemes, i.e. "Standard Owners", to benchmark their performance versus industry peers.