ECOS is looking for expert(s) with an in-depth knowledge of the following topic(s): Key environmental assessment methodologies, such as Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), tailored to construction materials. These include key standards underpinning Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). Construction products standards and policies (notably the Construction Products Regulation) at EU and/or national and international level. Circularity issues, […]
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Join our Annual Conference – Building blocks for the future: Pathways to sustainable construction
When: 7 November 2024 Where: ACEevents | Av. d’Auderghem 22, 1040 Brussels [maps] What: Learn more in our programme Register to attend online: Fill in this form Construction products are among the major contributors to climate change and environmental pollution. Most of these negative impacts are embodied in materials, meaning they occur throughout a product’s entire lifecycle […]
Supporting plastic reduction and management in East and West Africa
This is our first international project for the new ECOS Africa office, which opened in Kenya earlier this year. Through this project and working with our regional partners, we will share knowledge and support standardisers and policymakers in Kenya, Ghana, and Nigeria in their efforts to reduce plastic waste and manage plastic pollution. Contact marxine.waite[at]ecostandard.org […]
Call for tender – Human Resources System
The objective of this tender To acquire a comprehensive and adaptable Human Resources (HR) system that enhances and automate the HR processes, improving efficiency, and ensuring compliance with laws. Scope The platform will serve as a centralised solution for managing all aspects of the employee lifecycle: from recruitment, employee on- and off-boarding, performance management, employee […]
ECOS newsletter – July 2024
Raising the bar of net zero: How a new ISO standard could set us on the right path
Effective standards can help by bringing clarity to companies. And the International Standardization Organization’s upcoming standard (ISO 14060) on net zero aligned organisations aspires to be that much-needed guide. Due to be published ahead of COP30 in November 2025, ISO 14060 will go beyond target setting, focusing also on implementation. If done right, this standard […]
Call for experts – Domestic cooking appliances
ECOS is an international NGO with a network of members and experts advocating for environmentally-friendly technical standards, policies and laws. With 20 years of experience, ECOS represents over 50 national and European members, including the European Environmental Bureau, Friends of the Earth Europe, Transport & Environment and WWF. ECOS is a partner organisation of the […]
Call for experts – Chemicals in construction products
ECOS is looking for expert(s) with an in-depth knowledge of: Construction products standards and policies at EU, national, or international level (notably the EU Construction Products Regulation). The presence and use of substances of concern in construction products, e.g. plasticisers, flame retardants, PFAS. Circularity issues in certain product groups, such as flooring and insulation. Key […]
Call for experts – Furniture circularity
Deadline to apply: 14 September 2024. ECOS is looking for experts with an in-depth knowledge of: Circularity aspects – repairability, remanufacturing, refurbishment, reuse, durability and other related processes, as well as ecodesign requirements for furniture. Furniture sector standards and policies at EU and/or national or international level The presence and use of substances of concern, […]
Call for tender – Social Aspects of the Built Environment
ECOS Procurement and Purchase Policy This tender complies with the ECOS Procurement and Purchase Policy adopted by the ECOS Executive Committee, and last updated in April 2024. This policy covers general principles relating to transparency and fairness, value for money, and non-discrimination. It specifies thresholds relating to a competitive negotiated procedure with at least a […]
