We are pleased to announce that we have been accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB), a member of the International Accreditation Forum (IAF). This significant milestone recognizes SGS’s compliance with key international standards related to environmental claims, including:
- ISO/IEC 17029:2019: Conformity assessment for validation and verification bodies
- ISO 14065:2020: Validation and verification of environmental information
- ISO 14064-2:2019: Guidance for quantifying and monitoring greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions
- ISO 14064-3:2019: Verification and validation of GHG statements
- ISO 14066:2011: Competence requirements for GHG validation and verification teams
This accreditation is a significant step for SGS. It enables us to validate and verify projects related to GHG emission reduction, removal, and avoidance. Covering 13 sectoral scopes – including renewable energy, manufacturing, mining, and waste management – this capability allows us to support wide range of clients in achieving their sustainability and climate change goals.
For our clients, this accreditation enhances confidence in the environmental data and information that we validate and verify. By partnering with an accredited VVB like SGS, clients can be assured of the accuracy and credibility of their reports, helping them meet regulatory requirements and improve stakeholder trust.
“Achieving NABCB accreditation reflects our commitment to excellence in validation and verification of environmental claims,” said Bhaveshkumar Prajapati, Global Technical Director Audit & Compliance within Industries & Environment at SGS. “It strengthens our ability to support clients with reliable data, enabling impactful contributions to climate change mitigation efforts.”
With over 20 years of experience and expertise with a global presence, SGS continues to lead in delivering robust and reliable solutions for today’s environmental challenges.
For further information, please contact:
Bhaveshkumar Prajapati
Global Technical Director Audit & Compliance, Industries & Environment, SGS
t: +91 8655482578
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,700 laboratories and business facilities across 119 countries, supported by a team of 99,250 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and sustainability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH0002497458, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).
