Introducing the Environmental Certification Scheme (ECS) for Adhesives, overseen by the Carpet Institute. ECS sets a new standard for environmentally friendly adhesive solutions. With two distinct levels, ECS 1 and ECS 2, ACCS Licensees can demonstrate their commitment to sustainability in adhesive manufacturing. This program encompasses a wide range of adhesive products, including Latex formulations, Modified Saline, Contact Adhesives, and Pressure Sensitive Adhesives. Attaining ECS certification signifies a dedication to reducing environmental impact and promoting green practices throughout the adhesive industry. Join us in driving positive change and promoting eco-conscious adhesive solutions with ECS certification.
Carpet
Introducing the Environmental Certification Scheme (ECS) for Carpet, administered by ACCS. ECS sets a new standard for eco-conscious practices in carpet manufacturing. With five progressive levels – ECS 1, ECS 2, ECS 3, ECS 4, and ECS 4+ – ACCS Licensees can showcase their commitment to sustainability across various carpet flooring products, including Broadloom and Modular Carpet Tiles. ECS certification signifies adherence to stringent environmental standards, ensuring reduced ecological impact and promoting sustainable materials and production methods. Join us in revolutionising the carpet industry with ECS-certified products, paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future.
Underlay
Introducing the Environmental Certification Scheme (ECS) for Underlay, administered by the Carpet Institute. This pioneering program sets new standards for eco-friendly practices in Underlay manufacturing. ECS offers three distinguished levels, ECS 1 and ECS 2, and ECS 2+ empowering ACCS Licensees to achieve environmental excellence in their Underlay production processes. Designed specifically for Underlay products, including Rebonded foam, Fibre (Felt), SBR Latex, and Rubber Crumb, ECS certification signifies a commitment to sustainability and responsible resource management. With ECS, businesses can demonstrate their dedication to environmental stewardship while providing consumers with confidence in the eco-friendliness of their products. Join us in shaping a greener future with ECS-certified Underlay.
Artificial Turf
Introducing the Environmental Certification Scheme (ECS) for Artificial Turf, managed by the Carpet Institute. ECS sets the benchmark for environmentally conscious practices in artificial turf production. With three progressive levels – ECS 1, ECS 2, and ECS 2+ ACCS Licensees can showcase their commitment to sustainability across a spectrum of artificial turf applications, including Landscaping, Sports Fields, and Playgrounds. ECS certification signifies adherence to stringent environmental standards, ensuring reduced ecological impact and enhanced sustainability throughout the artificial turf lifecycle. Join us in revolutionising the artificial turf industry with ECS-certified products, paving the way for a greener future.
Resilient Flooring
Introducing the Environmental Certification Scheme (ECS) for Resilient Flooring, administered by the Carpet Institute. ECS sets a new benchmark for eco-conscious practices in resilient flooring manufacturing. With three progressive levels – ECS 1, ECS 2, and ECS 2+ ACCS Licensees can showcase their commitment to sustainability across various resilient flooring products, including LVT, Heterogeneous, Homogeneous, and Rigid Core options. ECS certification signifies adherence to rigorous environmental standards, ensuring reduced ecological impact and promoting sustainable materials and production methods. Join us in revolutionising the resilient flooring industry with ECS-certified products, paving the way for a more sustainable future.
Acoustic Panels
Introducing the Environmental Certification Scheme (ECS) for Acoustic Panels, managed by the Carpet Institute. ECS sets the standard for environmentally responsible practices in acoustic panel manufacturing. With three distinct levels – ECS 1, ECS 2, and ECS 2+ ACCS Licensees can demonstrate their commitment to sustainability across a range of acoustic panel products, including Panels and Tiles. ECS certification signifies a dedication to reducing environmental impact and promoting eco-friendly materials and production processes. Join us in shaping a quieter, greener future with ECS-certified Acoustic Panels, ensuring superior sound management with minimal ecological footprint.
Introducing the Environmental Certification Scheme (ECS) for Underlay, administered by the Carpet Institute. This pioneering program sets new standards for eco-friendly practices in Underlay manufacturing. ECS offers three distinguished levels, ECS 1 and ECS 2, and ECS 2+ empowering ACCS Licensees to achieve environmental excellence in their Underlay production processes. Designed specifically for Underlay products, including Rebonded foam, Fibre (Felt), SBR Latex, and Rubber Crumb, ECS certification signifies a commitment to sustainability and responsible resource management. With ECS, businesses can demonstrate their dedication to environmental stewardship while providing consumers with confidence in the eco-friendliness of their products. Join us in shaping a greener future with ECS-certified Underlay.
Introducing the Environmental Certification Scheme (ECS) for Adhesives, overseen by the Carpet Institute. ECS sets a new standard for environmentally friendly adhesive solutions. With two distinct levels, ECS 1 and ECS 2, ACCS Licensees can demonstrate their commitment to sustainability in adhesive manufacturing. This program encompasses a wide range of adhesive products, including Latex formulations, Modified Saline, Contact Adhesives, and Pressure Sensitive Adhesives. Attaining ECS certification signifies a dedication to reducing environmental impact and promoting green practices throughout the adhesive industry. Join us in driving positive change and promoting eco-conscious adhesive solutions with ECS certification.
Introducing the Environmental Certification Scheme (ECS) for Artificial Turf, managed by the Carpet Institute. ECS sets the benchmark for environmentally conscious practices in artificial turf production. With three progressive levels – ECS 1, ECS 2, and ECS 2+ ACCS Licensees can showcase their commitment to sustainability across a spectrum of artificial turf applications, including Landscaping, Sports Fields, and Playgrounds. ECS certification signifies adherence to stringent environmental standards, ensuring reduced ecological impact and enhanced sustainability throughout the artificial turf lifecycle. Join us in revolutionising the artificial turf industry with ECS-certified products, paving the way for a greener future.
Introducing the Environmental Certification Scheme (ECS) for Acoustic Panels, managed by the Carpet Institute. ECS sets the standard for environmentally responsible practices in acoustic panel manufacturing. With three distinct levels – ECS 1, ECS 2, and ECS 2+ ACCS Licensees can demonstrate their commitment to sustainability across a range of acoustic panel products, including Panels and Tiles. ECS certification signifies a dedication to reducing environmental impact and promoting eco-friendly materials and production processes. Join us in shaping a quieter, greener future with ECS-certified Acoustic Panels, ensuring superior sound management with minimal ecological footprint.
Introducing the Environmental Certification Scheme (ECS) for Resilient Flooring, administered by the Carpet Institute. ECS sets a new benchmark for eco-conscious practices in resilient flooring manufacturing. With three progressive levels – ECS 1, ECS 2, and ECS 2+ ACCS Licensees can showcase their commitment to sustainability across various resilient flooring products, including LVT, Heterogeneous, Homogeneous, and Rigid Core options. ECS certification signifies adherence to rigorous environmental standards, ensuring reduced ecological impact and promoting sustainable materials and production methods. Join us in revolutionising the resilient flooring industry with ECS-certified products, paving the way for a more sustainable future.
Introducing the Environmental Certification Scheme (ECS) for Carpet, administered by ACCS. ECS sets a new standard for eco-conscious practices in carpet manufacturing. With five progressive levels – ECS 1, ECS 2, ECS 3, ECS 4, and ECS 4+ – ACCS Licensees can showcase their commitment to sustainability across various carpet flooring products, including Broadloom and Modular Carpet Tiles. ECS certification signifies adherence to stringent environmental standards, ensuring reduced ecological impact and promoting sustainable materials and production methods. Join us in revolutionising the carpet industry with ECS-certified products, paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future.
About ECS
The Environmental Certification Scheme (ECS) is an Australian program administered by the Carpet Institute of Australia that sets standards for environmentally sustainable flooring manufacturing. The program evaluates flooring products based on their environmental impact across the product’s entire lifecycle, from raw material extraction to disposal. ECS certified products meet strict criteria for reduced greenhouse gas emissions, sustainable material sourcing, energy efficiency, and reduced waste. The program also encourages manufacturers to minimize their environmental impact through continuous improvement and innovation. By choosing products certified by the ECS program, consumers can be confident that they are making an environmentally responsible choice. The ECS program is an important step towards a more sustainable flooring industry in Australia.
The ECS Health Product Declaration (HPD) is a standardised format for disclosing the ingredients and potential health hazards of building products. It includes information about a product’s chemical composition, toxicity, and environmental impact. The goal of the ECS HPD is to increase transparency and enable consumers to make informed decisions about the products they use.
An ECS Industry Environmental Product Declaration (IEPD) is a standardised report that provides information about the environmental impact of a product over its entire life cycle. This includes data on the product’s carbon footprint, energy consumption, and waste generation. The goal of an ECS IEPD is to enable consumers to make informed decisions based on the environmental performance of products and to encourage manufacturers to improve their sustainability practices.
In the context of environmental certification, it is important to identify and address modern slavery in your supply chain to ensure that certified products are not associated with human rights abuses. ECS will require evidence of efforts to prevent and address modern slavery to obtain or maintain certification.
Product Stewardship in the flooring sector is paramount for sustainable practices. Our environmental certification scheme recognises the significance of responsible product management. We work closely with flooring manufacturers to ensure sustainable sourcing, reduced emissions, and proper end-of-life disposal. By implementing product stewardship principles, the flooring industry can minimise its environmental footprint, promote circular economy principles, and offer consumers eco-friendly choices. Join us in advancing product stewardship in the flooring sector for a greener and more sustainable future.
Request help to prepare a Product Stewardship plan
Introducing a Code of Practice for Environmental Management can help organizations establish a clear framework for reducing their environmental impact. The code can provide guidance on issues such as waste reduction, energy efficiency, and sustainable sourcing, and can help organizations meet their legal obligations while demonstrating their commitment to environmental stewardship. By adopting a Code of Practice, organizations can make a positive contribution to the environment and build a more sustainable future.
The Environmental Certification Scheme (ECS) provides a guide to the environmental performance of different flooring types.
As a precondition of obtaining environmental certification, flooring manufacturers must comply with the Code of Practice for Environmental Management which provides performance standards for raw materials, carpet manufacturing, in-service use, and final disposal.
The ECS program for different flooring types has multiple levels of certification with incrementally more demanding performance criteria.
Green Building Council of Australia Recognition
The ECS program has been assessed by the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA). The GBCA is a non-profit organization that promotes sustainability in the building industry. It developed the Green Star program, which is a voluntary rating system for building projects that measures their environmental performance.
What is Green Star?
Founded by Green Building Council of Australia in 2003, Green Star is an internationally recognised rating system setting the standard for healthy, resilient, positive buildings and places. Developed for the Australian environment, Green Star has certified thousands of sustainable fitouts, buildings, homes and communities right across the country.
Reducing the impact of climate change
Enhancing our health and quality of life
Restoring and protecting our planet’s biodiversity and ecosystems
Driving resiliency in buildings, fitouts, and communities
Contributing to market transformation and a sustainable economy
Independant Assessor
Charles Szakiel is an independent person with extensive experience of the carpet and allied textile industries. He has textile technology qualifications, holds a Diploma in Applied Chemistry, and was an owner-director of a textile manufacturer in Australia for decades. He has had experience in management, governance, and auditing of textile companies over this period, and is currently on the ACCS Panel as an independent advisor.
ECS Certificates
Having an environmental certificate for a flooring product adds significant value. It showcases the product’s compliance with stringent sustainability standards, instills consumer confidence, and demonstrates a commitment to environmental responsibility, setting it apart in a competitive market.
Unlock new opportunities and gain a competitive edge by becoming an ECS Licensee. Showcase your commitment to sustainability, access valuable resources, and tap into a growing network of like-minded businesses. Join us in making a positive environmental impact while enhancing your brand reputation.
