The London Declaration on Tackling Climate Change through Standards, adopted in September 2021, sets out ISO's commitment to achieving the climate agenda by 2050

International standards play a critical role in supporting the global economy by creating trust in all aspects of international trade. ISO has a number of standards that are needed to support the climate agenda; they help to adapt to climate change, quantify greenhouse gas emissions and promote good environmental management practices. The science is clear: the need for urgent action to reduce emissions and adapt to climate change is immense.

Without current international standards, industry and other stakeholders will not be able to achieve what is needed. ISO is hereby committed to working with its members, stakeholders and partners to ensure that international standards and publication accelerate the successful achievement of the Paris Agreement, in the sustainable development of the United Nations, the United Nations goals and call for action on adaptation and resilience.

Following the signing of the London Declaration at the ISO 2021 General Assembly, ISO:

Promote active consideration of climatology and associated transitions in the development of all new and revised international standards and publications.

will promote the involvement of civil society and those most vulnerable to climate change in the development of international standards and publications.

Should develop and publish an action plan and measurement system detailing specific actions and initiatives, and a reporting mechanism to track progress.

Source: www-iso-org

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