How ACRS SCS supports better sustainability reporting & impact

Why does independently verified sustainability matter?

As the construction industry places greater emphasis on embodied carbon, responsible sourcing and environmental performance, the ability to demonstrate credible sustainability credentials is becoming increasingly important.

Steel products may be accompanied by Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and claims relating to global warming potential, recycled content, product content, circularity, ethical procurement and other environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations.

But how can project owners, developers, specifiers and contractors know that these claims can be relied upon?

Increasingly, the answer is independent verification.

We've released a new video explaining ACRS sustainability certification (SCS) and why independently assessed sustainability credentials matter for the steel supply chain.

The video provides a practical introduction to the scheme, explaining how ACRS SCS provides impartial, thorough and transparent verification of sustainability and ESG credentials, including the carbon chain of custody.

Making the most of SCS on your projects

If you're pursuing a Green Star rating - or selling steel to those who are - our companion video demonstrates how ACRS SCS can help maximise Responsible Product Credits on Green Star projects.

HOW TO USE SCS FOR GREEN STAR >

SCS for steel mills, producer, fabricators, distributors, traders

Whether you're already certified or considering certification, you'll also find practical information on eligibility, the certification process and the benefits of becoming SCS certified here.

SCS specifiers, engineers, developers, builders, asset owners

If you are looking to source and use SCS certified steel in your project, see the benefits, understand the process, and access your free toolkit here.

What users say

Julian Borgert from PPR explains "The main benefit of the SCS scheme is a uniform and benchmarked approach to reducing your impact and demonstrating to your customers your commitment to sustainable principles. We wanted to be able to provide sustainability data in an independently-certified manner – and via one uniform approach, rather than different criteria, processes and documentation for every customer."

WATCH JULIAN EXPLAIN HIS USE OF SCS HERE >

Why choose ACRS SCS?

• Independent verification of sustainability claims and ESG credentials
• Verification of the carbon chain of custody
• Alignment with internationally-recognised sustainability standards & the UN Sustainable Development Goals
• Transparent, benchmarked reporting that enables users to compare and demonstrate sustainability performance
• Greater confidence for owners, developers, specifiers and contractors seeking verified sustainable steel products

How to apply

Preparing an application typically takes a few months and includes documenting the required criteria, gathering supplier information and completing an independent ACRS site audit before certification is awarded. 

APPLYING FOR SCS CERTIFICATION >

Full transcript of video:

Sustainability claims for construction products are everywhere. But claims are not the same as verified data. 

Construction projects increasingly look to improve and report on environmental impact and green targets. Steel products often come with Environmental Product Declarations and related claims around global warming potential, circularity, recycled and product content, ethical procurement and more. 

But owners, developers and rating schemes now look for independent verification before accepting these claims. 

The value of sustainability data that you can independently verify will continue to grow in line with the importance of emissions and carbon reporting.  

ACRS ‘SCS’ sustainable steel certification gives the market impartial, thorough, and transparent verification of ESG credentials and the carbon chain of custody, backed by one of the most trusted names in steel certification. 

It confirms that steel meets the highest global sustainability standards, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. It offers the market a uniform, benchmarked approach to compare, share, and prove ESG credentials. It empowers suppliers to improve performance and everyone to reduce impact. And importantly, it’s independently assessed, not self-reported. 

SCS certification is an Infrastructure Sustainability Council approved-Ecolabel and is recognised by the Green Building Councils of Australia and New Zealand as best practice in responsible product sourcing. It delivers more Green Star responsible product value credits than any other certification scheme currently available. Every ton of SCS-certified steel unlocks the maximum credits possible. 

Ask about your eligibility for SCS certification today. 

Preparing your submission takes a few months, including documenting listed criteria and asking your suppliers for data. ACRS then conducts a site audit to verify claims, before approving certification.

ACRS SCS — for better sustainability sourcing, reporting, and impact across our built environment

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