ISO launches new standards to support circular practices

The International Organisation of Standards has launched a series of standards to support the transition to a circular economy. The ISO 59000 family of 5 standards have been designed to create a common understanding of definitions, principles, action points and assessments for companies to follow, and support their work to incorporate circular strategies into their business practices.

ISO 59004 - 6 principles and guidance for implementation

ISO 59010 - Transition of business models and value networks

ISO 59020 - Measuring and assessing circularity performance

ISO 59040 - Product data circularity data sheet

ISO 59014 - Sustainability and traceability of secondary materials recovery – Principles, requirements and guidance

For more information about new standards, visit https://www.iso.org/