CWP – Community Waste Program
The Community Waste Program (CWP) is a comprehensive international certification standard that encompasses waste collection, determination of recycled content, and chain of custody. The standard aims to achieve/broaden the traceability scope beyond recyclers to include concentrators/micro collectors. It assists in pollution reduction, safeguarding of environment, waste management and promotion of the well-being of waste pickers thereby fostering sustainable livelihoods.
What is CWP?
The CWP standard offers a credible framework for comprehensive waste recycling and management. It broadens traceability to include concentrators and micro-collectors, assisting in pollution reduction and environmental safeguarding. Certification facilitates compliance with EU and local regulations, supports Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) systems, and promotes a circular economy. This allows businesses to provide the transparency and assurance that their customers require, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable and ethical practices.
Why choose Control Union as your certification partner
Gateway to a global market
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Global and local customer-focused employees with broad knowledge and years of (practical) experience. We guide you through the changing world of certifications.
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We conduct audits and certifications with a human touch. We enjoy contributing ideas on how to take your company to the next level and communicate clearly about the certification process.
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Control Union understands the importance of acting quickly, which is why our auditors will visit you for the audit as soon as possible after your request, always in consultation with you, of course.
Benefits of being CWP certified
End-to-end supply chain traceability
Gain full transparency of waste origin and recycled content through a robust chain of custody system.
Meet regulatory and EPR demands
Facilitate compliance with EU and local waste regulations and support existing EPR systems with greater transparency.
Uphold social responsibility
Demonstrate commitment to ethical practices with standards that prohibit child and bonded labour.
Promote a circular economy
Support sustainable waste management goals by encouraging upcycling and preventing landfill dumping.
Flexible certification options
Choose from four distinct standards for collectors, recyclers, and producers to fit specific operational needs.
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Global coverage, local knowledge
Control Union provides peace of mind in supply chains worldwide. Thanks to our up-to-date knowledge and experience, we cover all aspects of the supply and value chain in various industries. We think along, communicate clearly and offer concrete solutions. As a ‘one-stop shop’ for international and local certificates, we make certification more efficient. Want to know more about our independent, accredited audits and certifications? Whether you are certifying for the first time or have been around for years, we help!
Years of experience
Offices and labs worldwide in 80 countries
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GRS – Global Recycled Standard
GRS (Global Recycled Standard) is an international, voluntary product standard that verifies recycled content, chain of custody, social and environmental practices, and chemical restrictions. Designed for companies processing or trading products with recycled materials, GRS certification through Control Union provides third-party verification of sustainability claims and responsible production.
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RCS Blended – Recycled Claim Standard
The Recycled Claim Standard (RCS) is a leading standard for recycling, used to track recycled raw materials throughout the supply chain. It provides companies with a credible method to confirm recycled content, ensuring product quality. Control Union Certifications offers global auditing services to this standard, supporting businesses in demonstrating their commitment to using recycled materials.
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RCS 100 – Recycled Claim Standard
The RCS is a chain of custody standard that tracks recycled raw materials through the supply chain. It functions as a business-to-business tool, providing companies with the means to ensure they are selling and buying products with recycled content. By implementing this leading recycling standard, organisations can meet customer requirements for transparency and provide credible, third-party confirmed claims about a product’s composition. This substantiates marketing claims and builds confidence in the final product.
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Independent tailor-made services
What makes you unique, we make demonstrable
Does your organisation have specific certification or audit requirements that are not covered by the certification programmes? For example developing a new standard? Control Union also provides independent customised services.
