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Individual verifier of the International EPD System

EPD International AB, the proud inventor of Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) and Product Category Rules (PCR), is the programme operator behind the International EPD System.

Since the publication of the first EPD in 1998 in our system, we have grown to thousands of published EPDs, thanks to our 120+ dedicated third-party verifiers. Now we are looking for more skilled LCA experts to join our system and support the growth of the EPDs by contributing to the verification process. Only individuals approved by EPD International AB can perform EPD verifications within our system.

Are you interested in becoming one of our individual verifiers and contributing to the International EPD System? We look forward to having you as a part of our International EPD System! Kindly fill out the application form available on our website between September 1st and December 31st.

What could you benefit from becoming a verifier in the International EPD System (IES)?

  • Stay updated with the latest EPD development and requirements at the same time contribute to the growing field of EPDs.

  • Generate additional income through performing verifications while building reputation and credibility in the field of environmental declarations.

  • Enjoy the flexibility to work independently, while being able to connect with the IES network of over 120 professional verifiers and various licensees across the globe.

  • Play a key role in promoting and ensuring environmental sustainability through high-quality EPD verification and be a part of the IES system of nearly 10,000 EPDs and over 100 PCRs.

Required competences to become an individual verifier in the IES

  • Have documented experience as a LCA practitioner for a minimum of 5 years.

  • Have performed at least 5 LCAs within the recent five years prior to the application. Among these LCA studies, all shall include multiple environmental impacts, and at least 1 shall have been critically reviewed according to the ISO/TS 14071 or formed the basis of a verified EPD

  • Have at least 5 critical reviews of LCAs according to ISO/TS 14071 performed within the recent five years prior to the application. At least 1 of the critical reviews shall involve assignment of multiple environmental impacts. Verification of EPDs in other programmes and scientific peer reviews of LCAs may also be considered.

*For more details, please find the requirements in our latest GPI 5.0.0, section 5.10.1 (page 17-21) with care.

Expectations and responsibilities from an individual verifier in the IES

  • To review and verify the EPDs based on the latest GPI and valid PCRs
  • To acquire and apply in-depth knowledge of the IES and stay up-to-date on the latest development of EPDs in their corresponding industries and geographical standards
  • To maintain good communications with EPD owners and EPD International AB
  • To proactively and independently seek verification assignments