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With sustainability continuing to be a top priority for designers, brands and manufacturers, we are incredibly proud to announce our partner, SAS International, has recently become Cradle to Cradle Bronze Version 4.0 certified.
SAS International Cradle to Cradle Certification. This accreditation allows SAS International to put sustainability at the centre of their business. They are participating in the transition to a more just and sustainable economy.
What is SAS International Cradle to Cradle Certification?
Cradle to Cradle certified product standards version 4.0 is the most advanced global sustainability certification. It verifies that materials and products are safe, circular, and responsibly made. Cradle to Cradle certification is based on five key sustainable elements:
Material Health – the chemicals and material used in products are selected to protect human health and the environment, while having a positive impact on product quality for future use and cycling.
Product Circularity – products are intentionally designed for their next use and are actively cycled in their intended cycling pathway and not just recycled or sent to landfill.
Social Fairness – companies and business in the supply chain are committed to upholding Human Rights and applying fair and equitable business practices.
Water & Soil Stewardship – water and soil are treated as precious and shared resources. Watersheds and soil ecosystem are protected, and clean water and healthy soils are available to people and all other organisms.
Clean Air & Climate Protection – product manufacturing must have a positive impact on air quality, renewable energy supply, and reduction of climate changing greenhouse gases.
SAS International
SAS International is the first business globally to be awarded the full Cradle to Cradle certified Version 4 certificate covering their whole Bridgend facility and at least 75% of their products sold. This is unique because very few applicants apply Cradle to Cradle certified principles to their entire manufacturing process as well as their products.
The following SAS Metal Ceiling systems are covered within this certification:
- SAS120, SAS130, SAS150
- SAS170, SAS175
- SAS200, SAS205,
- SAS320, SAS330, SAS380
- SAS500
- SAS600
- SAS700, SAS710, SAS720, SAS730, SAS740, SAS750
- SAS900.
This certification demonstrates commitment to sustainability while building a solid foundation for future sustainability objectives.
Widely regarded throughout the building industry as a preferred sustainability standard, this certification gives architects and designers assurance that products meet some of the world’s most rigorous sustainability standards.
Progressive Materials supports this commitment to creating a safer, more equitable future and desire for ongoing product development, upholding the principles of the five key sustainability elements, and passing on the benefits to our local market.
Learn more about Cradle to Cradle and what it means to be certified by visiting their website.
