Basic Award Criteria

These criteria guarantee the sustainable management of natural origin raw materials, reduced pollution in production processes, a minimised use of hazardous substances, and products that are tested for durability.

These criteria guarantee that certified accommodation providers have an optimised environmental and waste management and reduced energy and water consumption, transport emissions and food waste.

The criteria guarantee, for example, a reduced amount of hazardous substances and of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), as well as high performance for indoor and/or outdoor use.

These criteria guarantee that household laundry detergents contain only limited use of hazardous substances, are produced from sustainably sourced raw materials, and is sold in recyclable packaging.

These criteria guarantee that dishwasher detergents contain only limited use of hazardous substances, are produced from sustainably sourced raw materials, and is sold in recyclable packaging.

These criteria guarantee that hand dishwashing detergent products contain only limited use of hazardous substances, are produced from sustainably sourced raw materials, and is sold in recyclable packaging.

These criteria guarantee more sustainable fibre production, a long-lasting final product, a more environmentally friendly production process, and strict restrictions on the use of hazardous substances.

These criteria guarantee that hard surface cleaning products contain only limited use of hazardous substances, are produced from sustainably sourced raw materials, and is sold in recyclable packaging.

These criteria guarantee that Industrial and institutional dishwasher detergents contain only limited use of hazardous substances, are produced from sustainably sourced raw materials, and is sold in recyclable packaging.

These criteria guarantee that industrial and institutional laundry detergents contain only limited use of hazardous substances, are produced from sustainably sourced raw materials, and is sold in recyclable packaging.

These criteria guarantee that hard surface cleaning products contain only limited use of hazardous substances, are produced from sustainably sourced raw materials, and is sold in recyclable packaging.

These criteria guarantee a high-quality, long-lasting product, less restricted use of hazardous substances and less indoor air pollution.

The criteria guarantee that any virgin wood, cork, bamboo or rattan used to make the furniture is from legal, sustainably managed forests. The use of hazardous substances is strictly restricted, harmful residues in any upholstery are limited, and low formaldehyde emissions are ensured.

These criteria ensure that the use of toxic cleaning products and equipment is restricted, that water and energy consumption is reduced, and that waste management is improved.

These criteria guarantee that the impact on the aquatic environment is limited, that the product contains only a limited quantity of hazardous substances, and that it performs well.

These criteria guarantee that personal hygiene products contain only a limited amount of hazardous substances and that the raw materials are sourced from sustainably managed forests or recycled materials.

These criteria guarantee that graphic paper products contain only a limited amount of hazardous substances and that the raw materials are sourced from sustainably managed forests or recycled materials.

These criteria guarantee that fibres from sustainably managed forests or recycled materials are used, that the use of hazardous substances is restricted, and that they are manufactured in a sustainable way regarding emissions, energy use and waste.

These criteria guarantee that electronic displays are energy-efficient and repairable, contain a limited amount of hazardous substances, and require a minimum of recycled content. The criteria also require easy product dismantling to ensure that parts can be recovered and recycled.

These criteria guarantee that the impacts caused by the extraction of raw materials are reduced, limited emissions of pollutants, and the restricted use of hazardous substances.

These criteria guarantee that certified products contain biodegradable and renewable ingredients from sustainable sources, have minimised and easy-to-recycle packaging, and have a restricted use of hazardous substances.

These criteria guarantee that certified products contain biodegradable and renewable ingredients from sustainable sources, have minimised and easy-to-recycle packaging, and have a restricted use of hazardous substances.

These criteria guarantee that soil and water pollution is reduced and that the concentration of heavy metals in the ground is limited. Further requirements relate to recyclability and the use of renewable and recycled materials.

These criteria guarantee restricted use of hazardous substances, no use of allergenic fragrances and lotions as well as reduction of waste. All products also comply with stringent requirements on absorption and leakage, skin dryness, fit and comfort, and overall performance.

The criteria guarantee restricted use of hazardous substances, strict limits on colourants, and no use of fragrances. The products also comply with stringent biocompatibility requirements, leakage, fit and comfort, and overall performance.

The criteria ensure, for example, a reduced amount of hazardous substances and of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), as well as high performance for indoor and/or outdoor use.

The criteria ensure, for example, a reduced amount of hazardous substances and of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), as well as high performance for indoor and/or outdoor use.

The criteria ensure, for example, a reduced amount of hazardous substances and of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), as well as high performance for indoor and/or outdoor use.