Sustainable Product

Certification for Non-Food and Non-Medical Sustainable Products

The Sustainable Product certification confirms that a product (excluding food and medical products) has been designed, manufactured and placed on the market in a responsible environmental, organizational and social manner.

Today’s markets require more than functionality and price competitiveness. Transparency, lifecycle responsibility and measurable environmental performance have become essential. LIBRE certification is not a marketing claim — it is a structured verification process based on audit, documented data and measurable indicators.

Lifecycle-Based Approach

The LIBRE EIS system evaluates the product from a full lifecycle perspective, including:

• sourcing and quality of raw materials,
• production processes,
• energy and water consumption,
• waste and emission management,
• logistics and supply chain practices,
• potential for reuse and recycling,
• organizational and social impact.

The objective is to assess the real environmental footprint and long-term efficiency of the product.

Evaluation Framework

The product receives performance ratings in six key areas based on an audit conducted by certified LIBRE professionals:

#Energy

Share of renewable and alternative energy sources within total production energy consumption.

#Water Management

Responsible water use, including recovery, retention and treatment systems.

#Human Factor

Workforce management, safety standards, CSR engagement and organizational responsibility.

#Recycled Content

Share of recycled or secondary raw materials used in production.

#Recyclability

Ability of the product to be processed and recovered at the end of its lifecycle.

#Innovation

Assessment of technological innovation, material efficiency and environmental performance improvements.

Final results are expressed in performance classes (A+–E) based on measurable criteria.

Audit Process

Audits are conducted by certified LIBRE professionals (International Energy Efficiency Auditor) and, in the case of newly designed facilities, also by International Energy Efficiency Designer.

Innovation assessment may be additionally verified directly by LIBRE Foundation.

Renewal and Verification

The certification:

• is renewed annually,
• carries a unique identification number,
• is publicly verifiable at LIBREFoundation.org,
• may be suspended or revoked in cases of non-compliance.

Market Relevance

Sustainable Product certification:

• strengthens brand credibility,
• facilitates participation in sustainable supply chains,
• supports access to ESG-oriented financing,
• enhances competitiveness in international markets.

This is not an eco-label.
It is a verified product responsibility system.