STeP – the benefits
Modular system
STeP certification combined with either STANDARD 100, LEATHER STANDARD OR ORGANIC COTTON allows products to carry the MADE IN GREEN label.
Quality assurance
Certified facilities are checked and proven by qualified auditors who provide targeted support to improve sustainability measures.
Business opportunities
The STeP certificate documents a facility’s sustainable commitment and enables clear communication with partners and customers.
Strong network
With a network of over 1,000 certified companies, we support the search for trustworthy business partners along the textile and leather value chain.
Harmonisation
STeP acknowledges 3rd party certifications (e.g. BSCI, FWF, ISO). Cooperations with industry partners such as ZDHC, GoBlu, SLCP & SLF are implemented in the certification. Additional exposure is provided by listings in the ZDHC Gateway or the BHive® App from GoBlu.
Impact Calculator
Facilities can measure their carbon and water footprint with the Impact Calculator. It provides an initial estimate on materials and process steps that contribute the most to a facility’s overall environmental impact.
STeP – the system
STeP focuses on certification for the entire textile and leather production process, from fibre manufacturing to spinning or tanning to finishing and making-up. It analyses all important areas of a facility using 6 modules:
- Chemical management
- Environmental performance
- Environmental management
- Social responsibility,
- Quality management
- Health protection and safety at work
By regularly updating the STeP criteria, certified companies can continuously improve their environmental performance and social responsibility. The STeP certification comprises a three-level scoring system:
- Level 1: entry level
- Level 2: good implementation of best practices with further optimisation potential
- Level 3: exemplary implementation of best practices
STeP – get certified
- Application
- Online Assessment
- Analysis and Evaluation
- On-site Audit
- Evaluation
- Certificate & Final report
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