Characteristics
A declaration of conformance with one or more criteria from a specific scheme.
aggregation method
How to aggregate multiple values of the metric into a single reported performance.
alignment level
code → scheme-alignment-level scheme. Qualifier on the alignment join node.
The alignment level (exceeds, meets, partial).
regulation
The regulation the profile aligns to.
standard
The standard the profile aligns to.
allowed unit
An allowed unit of measure for the metric (UN/ECE Rec 20 code).
applicable assessment
restored from BSP (default-keep re-triage)
A specified assessment applicable to this referenced standard.
assessed against
A criterion the subject was assessed against.
assessed facility
A facility (with verification status) that is the subject of the assessment.
assessed organisation
An organisation that is the subject of the assessment.
assessed performance
The performance recorded by the assessment.
assessed product
A product (with verification status) that is the subject of the assessment.
Benchmarking of scheme by an organization approved to UNIDO benchmarking principles and process. UNIDO Global Best Practice Framework for Organisations Performing Benchmarking Activities for Certification-related Conformity Assessment Schemes 2026
Authority benchmark
Independent peer assessment for accredited CAB. This pathway applies to CABs accredited under the Mutual Recognition Arrangement of the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated. Schemes used by CABs may be owned by the peer assessment body but the CAB itself shall not be owned by or otherwise related to the peer assessment body.
Authority extended mra
Accreditation of CAB under global mutual recognition arrangement by a body peer-evaluated to ISO/IEC 17011. Scheme evaluation is a prerequisite for accreditation of CABs by bodies that are signatories to the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Mutual Recognition Arrangement.
Authority globalmra
Government mandate for conformity assessment activity. Ownership or mandate provided by national government or intergovernmental entity.
Authority mandate
Peer assessment process managed by government. Ownership or mandate provided by national government or intergovernmental entity.
Authority peer
conformity assessment claiming no external authority or else unspecified
No endorsement
Scheme owner recognition of other parties assessing against the scheme standards. The linked scheme self-declaration can be used to assist in judging credibility of the scheme. Users of conformity credentials issued by a CAB recognised under a scheme may refer to the linked scheme self-declaration for details of the CAB-approval process used by the scheme owner
Scheme cab
Scheme owner directly conducting conformity assessment activities. The linked scheme self-declaration can be used to assist in judging credibility of the scheme.
Scheme self
The conformity profile targets facilities — assessing the operational practices, environmental performance, or working conditions at a specific site.
Facility
The conformity profile targets organisations — assessing entity-level governance, policies, management systems, or corporate sustainability performance.
Organisation
The conformity profile targets products — assessing characteristics, composition, performance, or safety of manufactured goods.
Product
assessment date
The date the assessment was performed.
assessment level
code → assessment-level scheme.
The independence level of the assessment (self, second-party, third-party).
3rd party (independent) conformity assessment
3rd Party
conformity assessment by potential purchaser
Buyer
conformity assessment by related body or under commercial contract
Commercial
2nd or 3rd party conformity assessment that is dependent on the accuracy of information provided by self-declaring parties
Hybrid
conformity assessment by industry representative body or membership body
Membership
self-assessment
Self
conformity assessment by party with unspecified relationship
Unspecified
assessor level
code → assessor-level scheme.
The level of independent assurance of the assessor.
An equipment calibration report
Calibration
A formal third party certification of conformity
Certification
A self assessed declaration of conformity
Declaration
An Inspection report
Inspection
A test report
Testing
A validation report
Validation
A verification report
Verification
attestation scheme
The scheme under which the attestation is issued.
attestation type
code → attestation-type scheme.
The type of attestation (certification, declaration, inspection, …).
authorisation
The endorsement/accreditation authorising the attestation.
Mark
Certificate
Label
conformance
Whether the subject conforms (pass/fail).
conformity certificate
A link to the conformity certificate document.
conformity topic
value → conformity-topics code list, a hierarchical SKOS scheme at https://test.uncefact.org/vocabulary/conformity-topics/concepts.
The topic area of conformity (environment, safety, social, …).
conforms to
A link to a specification the scheme conforms to.
The criterion is in active use.
Active
The criterion is deprecated.
Deprecated
The criterion is proposed
Proposed
criterion scoring framework
The scoring framework applied to the profile's criteria.
documentation
A URI to documentation of the scheme, criterion or profile.
endorsed by
The authority granting the endorsement.
endorsement evidence
A link to evidence supporting the endorsement.
endorsement level
code → scheme-endorsement-level scheme.
The level of endorsement the scheme has received.
established date
The date the scheme was established.
evidence
A link to auditable evidence supporting an attestation, assessment or claim.
geographic scope
The geographic scope of the scheme.
ID verified by CAB
Whether the subject's identifier was verified by the conformity assessment body.
improvement direction
Whether conforming performance is a higher or lower value of the metric.
included profile
A conformity profile included in the scheme.
includes assessment
An assessment included in the attestation.
includes criterion
A criterion included in the profile.
industry scope
Open code list — typically ISIC or NACE, bound downstream.
The industry scope of the scheme.
issue date
The date the standard was issued.
issued to party
The party the attestation is issued to / about.
issuing party
The party that publishes the standard.
license type
code → license-type scheme.
The license type of the published scheme vocabulary.
measured value
The measured value of a performance or sensor reading.
metric
The performance metric the value is reported against; a code from the performance-metrics taxonomy.
score
A score achieved or defined within a scoring framework.
profile scheme
The scheme managing the profile.
profile score
The score achieved against the profile's scoring framework.
rank
The ordinal rank of the score within its framework.
reference profile
The conformity profile the attestation is issued against.
reference regulation
A regulation the assessment or claim relates to.
reference standard
A standard referenced by an assessment or claim.
regulatory alignment
A regulatory alignment of the profile.
required performance
The performance threshold a criterion requires.
The scheme profile or criterion goes beyond the requirements of the referenced standard or regulation, imposing stricter thresholds or broader scope.
Exceeds
The scheme profile or criterion fully satisfies the requirements of the referenced standard or regulation.
Meets
The scheme profile or criterion addresses some but not all requirements of the referenced standard or regulation.
Partial
Scheme evaluated for suitability by the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated, or by an accreditation body member of the Global Mutual Recognition Arrangement for such scope, or by a Regional Accreditation Cooperation member.
Endorsed accreditation
Endorsed benchmarked
Ownership of scheme or mandate for adoption of scheme by national government or intergovernmental entity.
Endorsed mandate
Scheme owner self-declaration using the UNTP scheme declaration template
Endorsed self
scheme endorsement
An endorsement of the scheme.
scheme owner
The organisation that owns and governs the scheme.
scheme scoring framework
The scoring framework used by the scheme.
scope
Open code list — the classification scope of the profile, a sector-defined list bound downstream.
The classification scope of the profile.
specified condition
A condition specified on the assessment.
standard alignment
A standard alignment of the profile.
start date time
brought back from BSP (UNVTD grounding gap)
The date, time, date time or other date time value for the start of this available period of time.
status
code → criterion-status scheme.
The lifecycle status of a criterion or profile.
subject type
code → assessment-subject-type scheme.
The type of entity the profile assesses.
tag
A tag categorising the criterion.
trustmark
A trustmark image associated with the attestation, scheme or endorsement.
valid from
The date from which the profile is valid.
verified facility
The facility that is the subject of verification.
verified product
The product that is the subject of verification.
version
The version of a criterion or profile.
Controls for authentication, authorization, and system access ensuring only authorized parties can access resources and data.
Access Management
ISO/IEC 27001 Annex A - Access Control.
Compliance with inclusive design and accessibility standards ensuring products and services are usable by people with diverse abilities.
Accessibility Requirements
ISO 21542 Accessibility; WCAG 2.1; EN 301 549.
Controlling and reducing non-GHG air pollutant emissions including SOx, NOx, VOCs, particulates, and ozone-depleting substances from operations and production processes.
Air Quality Management
EU ESPR Annex I - Air Emissions; WHO Air Quality Guidelines; Montreal Protocol (ozone-depleting substances).
Preventing bribery, extortion, and corrupt practices through policies, controls, and organizational culture.
Anti-Corruption Measures
EU ESPR Art. 11 - Governance Requirements; UNTP governance.ethics.
Logging, monitoring, and accountability mechanisms for digital activities to support compliance verification and forensic analysis.
Audit Trail and Accountability
ISO/IEC 27001 Annex A - Logging and Monitoring.
Building long-term profitability and organizational resilience through sustainable business models and practices.
Business Resilience
EU ESPR Art. 11 - Governance for Sustainability.
Training and developing stakeholder knowledge and skills to implement and maintain sustainability practices.
Capacity Building
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Stakeholder Support.
Restriction and responsible management of hazardous substances in materials, products, and production processes.
Chemical Safety
EU ESPR Annex I - Substance Restrictions.
Supporting local community development, livelihoods, and participation in decisions that affect their wellbeing.
Community Empowerment
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Stakeholder Engagement; UNTP social.community.
Ensuring fair market practices, preventing anti-competitive behavior, and maintaining a level playing field.
Competitive Fairness
EU ESPR Art. 11 - Governance.
Independent audits, inspections, and verification processes to confirm adherence to sustainability standards and regulations.
Compliance Verification
EU ESPR Art. 4 - Compliance Monitoring.
Providing clear, accurate, and accessible product labeling and information to enable informed consumer choices.
Consumer Information
EU ESPR Art. 7 - Information Obligations.
Accurate tariff classification and customs valuation of goods in accordance with the Harmonized System and national schedules.
Customs Classification
WCO Harmonized System Convention.
Implementation of technical and organizational security measures to protect digital infrastructure from threats and vulnerabilities.
Cybersecurity Controls
ISO/IEC 27001; NIST Cybersecurity Framework; IEC 62443.
Protection of personal information and responsible data handling in compliance with privacy regulations and ethical standards.
Data Privacy
EU ESPR Art. 12 - Digital Product Passport.
Safeguarding personal and sensitive data in compliance with privacy regulations, consent requirements, and ethical data handling principles.
Data Protection and Privacy
GDPR; ISO/IEC 27701 Privacy Information Management.
Provision of fair wages, reasonable working hours, and dignified employment conditions throughout the supply chain.
Decent Work Conditions
EU ESPR Annex I - Supply Chain Due Diligence; UNTP social.labour.
Verification and assurance of digital identities, credentials, and trust relationships in electronic transactions and communications.
Digital Identity and Trust
eIDAS Regulation; W3C Verifiable Credentials; UNTP Digital Identity Anchor.
Assessing and managing financial risks arising from environmental, social, and governance factors.
Economic Risk Management
Protecting biodiversity, natural habitats, and ecosystem services from degradation caused by production and extraction activities.
Ecosystem Preservation
EU ESPR Annex I - Biodiversity Impact; UNTP environment.biodiversity.
Preparedness planning, training, and response capabilities for workplace emergencies including fire, chemical spills, and natural disasters.
Emergency Readiness
EU ESPR Annex I - Safety Measures.
Creating decent jobs and fostering inclusive economic participation through sustainable business growth.
Employment Opportunities
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Social Impact.
Protection of data confidentiality and integrity in transit and at rest through cryptographic controls and key management.
Encryption and Data Security
ISO/IEC 19790 Cryptographic Modules; NIST FIPS 140.
Effective collection, recycling, and disposal processes for products at end of useful life, minimizing environmental impact.
End-of-Life Management
EU ESPR Art. 6 - End-of-Life Requirements.
Improving energy efficiency across supply chain operations including manufacturing, logistics, and warehousing.
Energy Optimization
EU ESPR Art. 7 - Energy Efficiency.
Designing safe physical work environments that minimize musculoskeletal strain and support worker comfort and productivity.
Ergonomic Design
EU ESPR Art. 5 - Product Safety.
Procuring raw materials through sustainable and responsible practices, avoiding conflict minerals and environmentally destructive extraction.
Ethical Material Sourcing
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Supply Chain Due Diligence; UNTP governance.transparency.
Controlling worker exposure to harmful chemical, biological, and physical agents through monitoring and protective measures.
Exposure Management
EU ESPR Annex I - Substance Safety.
Accessible grievance mechanisms, whistleblower protections, and feedback systems for workers, communities, and stakeholders to raise concerns without fear of retaliation.
Feedback Channels
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Stakeholder Engagement.
Preventing all forms of forced, bonded, or compulsory labor including debt bondage and human trafficking in supply chains.
Forced Labor Elimination
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Human Rights Due Diligence.
Preventing deforestation and promoting sustainable forestry practices in raw material sourcing and land use.
Forest Conservation
EU ESPR Art. 5 - Resource Use; UNTP environment.deforestation.
Promoting gender diversity, equal opportunity, and elimination of gender-based discrimination in employment and business practices.
Gender Equity
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Social Sustainability.
Developing sustainable technologies, processes, and business models that reduce environmental impact while creating economic value.
Green Innovation
EU ESPR Art. 5 - Innovation Requirements.
Measuring, reporting, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions (CO2, methane, N2O, F-gases) across production, transport, and supply chain activities.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
EU ESPR Art. 5 - Environmental Sustainability; UNTP environment.emissions.
Providing access to medical support, occupational health services, and health insurance for workers.
Healthcare Access
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Health Provisions.
Compliance with cross-border trade restrictions, licensing requirements, and controlled goods regulations.
Import and Export Controls
WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement; national export control regimes.
Preparedness planning, detection, response procedures, and recovery capabilities for security breaches and system failures.
Incident Response and Recovery
ISO/IEC 27035 Incident Management; NIST SP 800-61.
Conformity with standards ensuring compatibility, data exchange, and seamless interaction between systems, components, and services.
Interoperability Standards
ISO/IEC JTC 1 information technology standards; W3C web standards.
Respecting intellectual property rights including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
Intellectual Property Protection
EU ESPR Art. 11 - Governance Standards.
Adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations in all jurisdictions of operation.
Legal Compliance
EU ESPR Art. 4 - Compliance Obligations; UNTP governance.compliance.
Ensuring safe, sanitary, and dignified accommodation for workers where employer-provided housing is applicable.
Living Conditions
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Worker Welfare.
Meeting regulatory requirements for market entry including product registration, type approval, and pre-market conformity assessment.
Market Authorization
WTO TBT Agreement Art. 5 - Conformity Assessment Procedures.
Accuracy and traceability of measurements and calibrations to national and international measurement standards.
Metrology and Measurement
BIPM International System of Units; OIML Recommendations.
Acceptance of conformity assessment results, certifications, and test reports across jurisdictions through mutual recognition agreements.
Mutual Recognition
WTO TBT Agreement Art. 6; ILAC and IAF mutual recognition arrangements.
Ensuring safe, adequate, and nutritious food provisions for workers where employer-provided meals are applicable.
Nutrition Standards
Transparent disclosure of environmental, social, and governance performance to stakeholders and the public.
Open Reporting
EU ESPR Art. 12 - Information Requirements; UNTP governance.transparency.
Transparent documentation and verification of material and product origins throughout the supply chain.
Origin Tracking
Monitoring, measuring, and reporting on sustainability performance against defined targets and indicators.
Outcome Tracking
EU ESPR Art. 12 - Reporting Requirements.
Meeting defined functional, reliability, and performance benchmarks established by regulations, standards, or contractual requirements.
Performance Specifications
Industry-specific performance standards and testing protocols.
Continuous improvement of operational processes to achieve better sustainability outcomes over time.
Process Enhancement
EU ESPR Art. 5 - Performance Improvement.
Enhancing product durability, repairability, and lifespan to reduce premature obsolescence and waste.
Product Longevity
EU ESPR Art. 5 - Durability; UNTP circularity.design.
Ensuring consumer safety through compliance with product safety requirements, testing, and hazard prevention.
Product Safety Standards
EU ESPR Art. 5 - Safety Requirements; UNTP social.safety.
Meeting defined performance specifications, functional requirements, and quality benchmarks for products and services.
Quality Performance
EU ESPR Art. 5 - Performance Standards.
Incorporation of secondary and recycled materials into production processes, reducing dependence on virgin resources.
Recycled Material Integration
EU ESPR Art. 8 - Recycled Content; UNTP circularity.content.
Supporting local economic development and equitable distribution of economic benefits in communities of operation.
Regional Economic Growth
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Community Benefits; UNTP social.community.
Transition to sustainable energy sources including solar, wind, hydro, and other renewables in production and operations.
Renewable Energy Use
EU ESPR Art. 7 - Energy Efficiency; UNTP environment.energy.
Promoting reuse, remanufacturing, and recycling of materials to create closed-loop resource flows.
Resource Circularity
Optimizing resource utilization to reduce costs and environmental impact while maintaining productivity.
Resource Efficiency
EU ESPR Art. 7 - Efficiency Standards.
Ethical sourcing and purchasing practices that consider environmental, social, and governance factors in supplier selection.
Responsible Procurement
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Supply Chain Responsibility.
Ensuring non-discrimination and equal treatment regardless of race, gender, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics.
Rights and Equality
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Social Sustainability; UNTP social.rights.
Systematic assessment and prioritization of environmental, social, and governance risks across operations and supply chains.
Risk Identification
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Due Diligence.
Verification of product origin to determine eligibility for preferential tariff treatment under trade agreements.
Rules of Origin
WTO Agreement on Rules of Origin; WCO Revised Kyoto Convention.
Adherence to international trade sanctions, embargoes, and restricted party screening requirements.
Sanctions Compliance
UN Security Council sanctions; national sanctions regimes.
Compliance with food safety, animal health, and plant health standards designed to protect human, animal, and plant life.
Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures
WTO SPS Agreement; Codex Alimentarius; OIE; IPPC.
Meaningful engagement with affected parties including workers, communities, and civil society in governance processes.
Stakeholder Inclusion
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Stakeholder Dialogue.
Compliance with applicable product certifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
Standards Adherence
EU ESPR Art. 4 - Ecodesign Requirements.
Banning or restricting harmful materials and substances of concern in product composition and manufacturing.
Substance Control
Building supplier capacity and capability to meet sustainability requirements through training, support, and partnership.
Supplier Development
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Supply Chain Support.
Ensuring suppliers meet environmental, social, and governance requirements through assessment, monitoring, and collaboration.
Supplier Sustainability
Ensuring fair treatment of workers throughout the supply chain including subcontractors and informal workers.
Supply Chain Labor Rights
EU ESPR Annex I - Labor Standards.
Identifying, assessing, and mitigating environmental, social, and operational vulnerabilities in supply networks.
Supply Chain Risk Reduction
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Risk Management.
Tracking product origins, components, and transformations throughout the supply chain to enable transparency and accountability.
Supply Chain Traceability
EU ESPR Art. 12 - Digital Product Passport; UNTP governance.transparency.
Enhancing the stability, diversity, and resilience of value chain networks against disruption.
Supply Network Strength
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Supply Chain Resilience.
Formal organizational commitments, policies, and targets for environmental, social, and governance performance.
Sustainability Policies
EU ESPR Art. 11 - Governance Framework.
Directing capital toward green initiatives, sustainable technologies, and projects with positive environmental and social outcomes.
Sustainable Investment
EU ESPR Art. 5 - Resource Efficiency.
Designing products for durability, repairability, recyclability, and minimal environmental impact throughout their lifecycle.
Sustainable Product Design
EU ESPR Art. 5 - Durability and Recyclability; UNTP circularity.design.
Ensuring reliability, uptime, and integrity of digital systems through resilient architecture and continuity planning.
System Integrity and Availability
ISO 22301 Business Continuity; ISO/IEC 27001 Availability Controls.
Correct assessment, declaration, and payment of applicable customs duties, taxes, and fees.
Tariff and Duty Compliance
WCO Revised Kyoto Convention; national customs legislation.
Compliance with mandatory government-imposed technical requirements for products, processes, and production methods.
Technical Regulations
WTO TBT Agreement Art. 2 - Technical Regulations.
Third-party conformity assessment including laboratory testing, product certification, and inspection by accredited bodies.
Testing and Certification
ISO/IEC 17065 Product Certification; ISO/IEC 17025 Testing Laboratories.
Accuracy, completeness, and digital exchange of trade and customs documentation including certificates, invoices, and declarations.
Trade Documentation
UNECE Trade Facilitation Recommendations; UN/CEFACT standards.
Public disclosure and reporting of sustainability policies, performance, and progress to stakeholders.
Transparent Communication
EU ESPR Art. 12 - Information Disclosure; UNTP governance.transparency.
Adherence to consensus-based standards developed by recognized standards bodies for products, services, and management systems.
Voluntary Standards
WTO TBT Agreement Art. 4 - Standards; ISO, IEC, ITU standards.
Reducing waste generation through prevention, reuse, and improved production processes across the product lifecycle.
Waste Minimization
EU ESPR Art. 6 - Waste Prevention; UNTP environment.waste.
Sustainable water management including efficient use, pollution prevention, and watershed protection throughout operations and supply chains.
Water Conservation
EU ESPR Annex I - Water Use; UNTP environment.water.
Addressing worker mental health, stress management, and overall wellbeing through support programs and workplace culture.
Wellbeing Support
Respecting freedom of association, collective bargaining rights, and worker participation in workplace governance.
Worker Representation
EU ESPR Annex I - Labor Rights.
Systematic identification, assessment, and mitigation of workplace hazards to reduce risk of injury and illness, including incident reporting, investigation, and corrective action.
Workplace Hazard Control
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Social Sustainability; UNTP social.safety.
Protecting worker health and safety through hazard prevention, protective equipment, and safe working environments.
Workplace Safety
EU ESPR Art. 10 - Social Impact; UNTP social.safety.
Safeguarding young workers from hazardous conditions and eliminating child labor in all forms across supply chains.
Youth Protection
EU ESPR Annex I - Child Labor Ban.
Whether a higher or lower value is better depends on context; there is no universal improvement direction
Context dependent
Declared presence or measured concentration of a specified allergen in a food product, supporting consumer safety and regulatory labelling requirements.
Allergen Presence
Codex CXS 1-1985 (allergen labelling); EU Regulation (EU) 1169/2011 Annex II; Codex CXA 4-1989 (allergen classification).
Percentage of employees and governance body members who have received anti-corruption training during the reporting period.
Anti-Corruption Training Coverage
ESRS G1-4; GRI 205-2; OECD Anti-Bribery Convention.
Composite index quantifying the impact of operations on species diversity and ecosystem integrity, using a recognised assessment framework (e.g., STAR, BII).
Biodiversity Impact Score
TNFD LEAP approach; ESRS E4; SBTN biodiversity targets.
CO2 emissions from the combustion or biodegradation of biomass, reported separately from fossil-fuel emissions, in tonnes CO2.
Biogenic Emissions
GHG Protocol Land Sector and Removals Guidance; GRI 305-1.
Concentration of a specified chemical contaminant (heavy metals, mycotoxins, dioxins, etc.) in food, in milligrams per kilogram.
Chemical Contaminant Level
Codex CXS 193 (General Standard for Contaminants and Toxins); EU Regulation (EC) 1881/2006.
Concentration of a specified regulated or restricted substance present in a product, in milligrams per kilogram.
Chemical Substance Concentration
EU REACH (SVHCs); EU RoHS Directive; EU ESPR Annex I; EU GPSR chemical safety requirements.
Number of confirmed incidents of child labor identified in own operations and supply chain during the reporting period.
Child Labor Incidents
ESRS S1, S2; GRI 408-1; ILO Conventions 138, 182.
Percentage of employees covered by collective bargaining agreements.
Collective Bargaining Coverage
ESRS S1-8; GRI 407-1; ILO Convention 98.
Percentage of raw material inputs verified as sourced without associated deforestation or forest degradation after a declared cut-off date.
Deforestation-Free Sourcing
EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR); ESRS E4; GRI 304.
Composite test result or classification for electrical insulation, shock protection, and fault tolerance under applicable safety standards.
Electrical Safety Rating
IEC 60335 (household appliances); IEC 60601 (medical devices); IEC 62368 (AV/IT equipment); UL product safety standards.
Percentage of employees who leave the organisation voluntarily or involuntarily during the reporting period.
Employee Turnover Rate
ESRS S1-6; GRI 401-1.
Energy consumed per unit of economic output or physical activity, expressed as MWh per unit of measure.
Energy Intensity
ESRS E1-5; GRI 302-3.
Composite score measuring the completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of environmental, social, and governance public disclosures.
ESG Disclosure Score
IFRS S1; ESRS 1; CDP Disclosure Scoring Methodology.
Duration a material or assembly maintains structural integrity, insulation, and limits heat transfer under standard fire exposure conditions, in minutes.
Fire Resistance Rating
ICC IBC Chapter 7; ASTM E119; ISO 834; EU Construction Products Regulation (EN 13501).
Classification of a material's reaction to fire, covering ignitability, flame spread, heat release, and smoke generation under standard test conditions.
Flammability Rating
EN 13501 (EU Euroclasses); UL 94 (plastics); ASTM E84 (surface burning); EU GPSR flammability requirements.
Concentration of a specified food additive in the final product, measured against the applicable maximum permitted level, in milligrams per kilogram.
Food Additive Level
Codex General Standard for Food Additives (CXS 192); EU Regulation (EC) 1333/2008.
Number of confirmed incidents of forced, bonded, or compulsory labor identified in own operations and supply chain during the reporting period.
Forced Labor Incidents
ESRS S1, S2; GRI 409-1; ILO Conventions 29, 105.
Difference in average compensation between male and female employees as a percentage of male average compensation.
Gender Pay Gap
ESRS S1-16; GRI 405-2; EU Pay Transparency Directive.
Greenhouse gas emissions per unit of economic output or physical activity, expressed as kg CO2e per unit of measure.
GHG Emissions Intensity
IFRS S2 para 29(b); ESRS E1-6; GRI 305-4.
Percentage of committed GHG reduction target achieved, measured against a declared baseline year.
GHG Reduction Target Progress
IFRS S2 para 33; ESRS E1-4; SBTi Target Validation Protocol.
Percentage of grievances received through formal mechanisms that were acknowledged and addressed within the defined response timeframe.
Grievance Response Rate
ESRS S1-17, S2-11; GRI 2-25, 2-26; UN Guiding Principles Principle 31.
Total weight of waste classified as hazardous under applicable regulations, in tonnes.
Hazardous Waste Generated
ESRS E5-5; GRI 306-3; Basel Convention.
Energy absorbed by a material or product before fracture under impact loading, in joules.
Impact Resistance
ISO 179 (Charpy impact, plastics); ISO 148 (Charpy impact, metals); IEC 62262 (IK rating, equipment enclosures).
Area of natural ecosystems converted to managed land for production or extraction activities, in hectares.
Land Use Change
ESRS E4; GRI 304-1; GHG Protocol Land Sector Guidance.
Percentage of workers (including contractor and supply-chain workers in scope) receiving at least a verified living wage.
Living Wage Coverage
ESRS S1-10; GRI 202-1; Global Living Wage Coalition methodology.
Number of lost-time injuries per one million hours worked, measuring workplace safety performance.
Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate
ESRS S1-14; GRI 403-9; ISO 45001.
Percentage of end-of-life product mass actually recovered through recycling, remanufacturing, or refurbishment processes.
Material Recovery Rate
EU ESPR Art. 6; EU Waste Framework Directive Art. 11; GRI 306-4.
Tensile, compressive, or flexural strength of a material or product under specified test conditions, in megapascals.
Mechanical Strength
ISO 527 (tensile, plastics); ISO 6892 (tensile, metals); ASTM C39 (compressive, concrete); ICC IBC structural requirements.
Colony-forming units of a specified microorganism per unit of food, measuring microbiological safety and hygiene performance.
Microbiological Count
Codex CAC/GL 21; EU Regulation (EC) 2073/2005 on microbiological criteria for foodstuffs; ISO 4833.
Sound power or sound pressure level emitted by a product during normal operation, in decibels.
Noise Emission Level
EU Outdoor Noise Directive 2000/14/EC; ISO 3744; IEC 60704 (household appliances); EU Energy Labelling Regulation.
Energy consumed from non-renewable sources including fossil fuels and nuclear, in megawatt hours.
Non-Renewable Energy Consumption
ESRS E1-5; GRI 302-1.
Total mass of nitrogen oxides released to air from combustion and industrial processes, in tonnes.
NOx Emissions
ESRS E2-4; GRI 305-7; EU Industrial Emissions Directive.
Amount of a specified nutrient (energy, protein, fat, carbohydrate, sugar, sodium, fibre, vitamins, minerals) per standard serving or per 100 grams of food.
Nutritional Content
Codex CXS 1-1985 (General Standard for Labelling); Codex CXG 2-1985 (Nutrition Labelling Guidelines); EU Regulation (EU) 1169/2011.
Total renewable energy generated on-site from owned or controlled installations, in megawatt hours.
On-site Renewable Generation
GRI 302-1; RE100 reporting methodology.
Total mass of ozone-depleting substances released, measured in kg CFC-11 equivalent.
Ozone-Depleting Substance Emissions
GRI 305-6; Montreal Protocol; ESRS E2.
Total mass of fine particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10) released to air from operations, in tonnes.
Particulate Matter Emissions
ESRS E2-4; GRI 305-7; WHO Air Quality Guidelines.
Concentration of a specified pesticide residue in food, measured against the applicable maximum residue limit, in milligrams per kilogram.
Pesticide Residue Level
Codex Maximum Residue Limits for Pesticides (CX/MRL); EU Regulation (EC) 396/2005.
Total lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions attributable to a single product unit, from raw material extraction through end-of-life, in kg CO2 equivalent.
Product Carbon Footprint
ISO 14067; EU PEF method; EU Battery Regulation Art. 7.
Expected useful life of a product under normal conditions of use, expressed in years or cycles as applicable.
Product Durability Index
EU ESPR Art. 5 – Durability requirements; ESRS E5.
Area of operations, sourcing, or infrastructure footprint located within or adjacent to legally protected or high-biodiversity-value areas, in hectares.
Protected Area Impact
ESRS E4; GRI 304-1; IUCN Protected Area categories.
Percentage of product weight that is technically recyclable at end of life under available infrastructure.
Recyclability Rate
EU ESPR Art. 6; ISO 14021.
Share of pre-consumer and post-consumer recycled material in the total weight of a product or material input.
Recycled Content Percentage
EU ESPR Art. 8; EU Battery Regulation Art. 8; ISO 14021; GRI 301-2.
Share of total energy consumption sourced from renewable sources such as solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal.
Renewable Energy Percentage
ESRS E1-5; GRI 302-1; RE100 reporting.
Percentage of product units or components returned to service through reuse, refurbishment, or remanufacturing.
Reuse and Remanufacturing Rate
EU ESPR Art. 6; EU Waste Framework Directive.
Absolute GHG emissions from sources owned or controlled by the reporting entity, in tonnes CO2 equivalent.
Scope 1 GHG Emissions
IFRS S2 para 29(a); ESRS E1-6; GRI 305-1; GHG Protocol Scope 1.
Indirect GHG emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling consumed by the reporting entity, in tonnes CO2 equivalent.
Scope 2 GHG Emissions
IFRS S2 para 29(a); ESRS E1-6; GRI 305-2; GHG Protocol Scope 2.
Indirect GHG emissions occurring in the downstream value chain including product use, end-of-life treatment, and distribution, in tonnes CO2 equivalent.
Scope 3 Downstream Emissions
IFRS S2 para 29(a); ESRS E1-6; GRI 305-3; GHG Protocol Scope 3 categories 9–15.
Indirect GHG emissions occurring in the upstream value chain including purchased goods, transportation, and business travel, in tonnes CO2 equivalent.
Scope 3 Upstream Emissions
IFRS S2 para 29(a); ESRS E1-6; GRI 305-3; GHG Protocol Scope 3 categories 1–8.
Expected period during which a food product maintains safety and quality under stated storage conditions, in days.
Shelf Life Duration
Codex General Principles of Food Hygiene (CXC 1-1969); EU Regulation (EU) 1169/2011 (date marking); ISO 22000.
Total mass of sulphur oxides released to air from stationary and mobile sources, in tonnes.
SOx Emissions
Total mass of substances of concern or substances of very high concern (SVHC) present in products or released during production, in kilograms.
Substances of Concern
EU ESPR Annex I; REACH SVHC candidate list; ESRS E2.
Percentage of significant suppliers assessed against environmental and social due diligence criteria during the reporting period.
Supplier Due Diligence Coverage
ESRS G1-5; GRI 308-1, 414-1; EU CSDDD.
Thermal resistance (R-value) or thermal conductivity of a material or assembly, indicating its ability to insulate against heat transfer.
Thermal Performance
ICC International Energy Conservation Code (IECC); ISO 22007; ASTM C518; EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive.
Total energy consumed from all sources including fuel, electricity, heating, cooling, and steam, in megawatt hours.
Total Energy Consumption
ESRS E1-5; GRI 302-1; ISO 50001.
Sum of Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions, in tonnes CO2 equivalent.
Total GHG Emissions
IFRS S2 para 29; ESRS E1-6; GRI 305.
Total weight of hazardous and non-hazardous waste generated by operations, in tonnes.
Total Waste Generated
ESRS E5-5; GRI 306-3.
Total volume of water drawn from surface, ground, sea, produced, or third-party sources, in cubic metres.
Total Water Withdrawal
ESRS E3-4; GRI 303-3.
Average number of hours of training and professional development provided per employee per year.
Training Hours per Employee
ESRS S1-13; GRI 404-1.
Concentration of a specified veterinary drug residue in animal-derived food, measured against the applicable maximum residue limit, in micrograms per kilogram.
Veterinary Drug Residue Level
Codex Maximum Residue Limits for Veterinary Drugs (CX/MRL); EU Regulation (EU) 37/2010.
Total mass of volatile organic compounds released to air from solvents, coatings, and industrial processes, in tonnes.
VOC Emissions
ESRS E2-4; GRI 305-7; EU Solvents Directive.
Percentage of total waste diverted from landfill and incineration through recycling, composting, or other recovery methods.
Waste Diversion Rate
ESRS E5-5; GRI 306-4.
Total weight of waste disposed via landfill, in tonnes.
Waste to Landfill
ESRS E5-5; GRI 306-5.
Volume of water withdrawn that is not returned to the original source, representing net water removed from the environment, in cubic metres.
Water Consumption
ESRS E3-4; GRI 303-5.
Total volume of effluent water discharged to surface water, groundwater, or third-party treatment, in cubic metres.
Water Discharge
ESRS E3-4; GRI 303-4.
Water consumed per unit of economic output or physical activity, expressed as litres per unit of measure.
Water Intensity
Percentage of total water use that is recycled or reused within operations.
Water Recycling Rate
GRI 303-3; CEO Water Mandate.
Volume of water withdrawn from areas classified as high or extremely-high baseline water stress, in cubic metres.
Water Stress Area Withdrawal
ESRS E3-4; GRI 303-3; WRI Aqueduct water stress classifications.
Percentage of management and leadership positions held by women.
Women in Management
ESRS S1-9; GRI 405-1.
Representation of under-represented groups in the workforce as a percentage of total headcount, covering gender, ethnicity, disability, and other protected characteristics.
Workforce Diversity Ratio
The number of occurrences is counted
Count
Only the most recent value is meaningful (e.g. a biodiversity assessment score where only the current state matters)
Latest
Score
A single score (code, definition, rank) within a scoring framework.
Scoring Framework
A scoring framework used for performance-level assessments against a criterion.
Certificate Type
Certificate Type UN/CEFACT code list.
Assessment Subject Type
Assessment Subject Type UN/CEFACT code list.
Criterion Status
Criterion Status UN/CEFACT code list.
Improvement Indicator
Improvement Indicator UN/CEFACT code list.
Scheme Alignment Level
Scheme Alignment Level UN/CEFACT code list.
Endorsement
The authority under which a conformity claim is issued (e.g. an accreditation).
Performance
A claimed, assessed or required performance level, defined by a measure and/or a score against a metric.
Metrics for measuring deforestation-free sourcing, land-use change, biodiversity impact, and protection of sensitive areas.
Biodiversity and Land Use
ESRS E4; GRI 304; TNFD; EU Deforestation Regulation; Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
Metrics for measuring anti-corruption practices, supply chain due diligence, ESG disclosure quality, and grievance mechanism effectiveness.
Governance
ESRS G1; GRI 205, 308, 414; IFRS S1; OECD Guidelines Chapter VII.
Scheme Endorsement Level
Scheme Endorsement Level UN/CEFACT code list.
Standard
A published specification (e.g. ISO 14000) against which conformity is assessed.
Only the smallest value across the set is meaningful
Minimum
Metrics for measuring energy consumption, renewable energy share, and energy efficiency across operations and supply chains.
Energy
IFRS S2 para 29; ESRS E1; GRI 302; EU Energy Efficiency Directive.
Values are combined as an unweighted arithmetic mean
Average
Metrics for measuring air pollutant emissions, hazardous substance releases, and chemical safety performance beyond GHG emissions.
Pollution
ESRS E2; GRI 305 (non-GHG); EU Industrial Emissions Directive; Stockholm Convention; Montreal Protocol.
Metrics for measuring water withdrawal, consumption, discharge, recycling, and usage intensity across operations.
Water
ESRS E3; GRI 303; CEO Water Mandate; Alliance for Water Stewardship.
Criterion
A specific rule within a standard or regulation (e.g. a carbon-intensity calculation rule).
Aggregation Type
Aggregation Type UN/CEFACT code list.
Only the largest value across the set is meaningful
Maximum
Assessor Level
Assessor Level UN/CEFACT code list.
Attestation Type
Attestation Type UN/CEFACT code list.
Assessment Level
Assessment Level UN/CEFACT code list.
Advancing sustainability, circularity, and responsible practices throughout supply and production networks.
Circular Value Chains
UN SDGs 8, 12, 17; OECD Guidelines Chapter II: General Policies and Chapter VI: Environment; EU ESPR Art. 8, 10.
Balancing profitability with sustainable economic practices that create shared value for businesses and communities.
Economic Sustainability
UN SDGs 8, 9; OECD Guidelines Chapter II: General Policies; EU ESPR Art. 5, 7, 10, 11.
Promoting organizational integrity, accountability, and transparent practices in business operations and decision-making.
Ethical Governance
UN SDG 16; OECD Guidelines Chapter II: General Policies and Chapter VII: Combating Bribery; EU ESPR Art. 11-12.
Prioritizing the health and safety of workers and communities through hazard prevention, preparedness, and wellbeing support.
Health and Safety Assurance
UN SDG 3; OECD Guidelines Chapter V: Employment and Industrial Relations; EU ESPR Art. 5, 10 and Annex I.
Protection of human rights, promotion of fair labor practices, and support for community wellbeing across operations and supply chains.
Human Equity and Welfare
UN SDGs 1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10; OECD Guidelines Chapter IV: Human Rights and Chapter V: Employment and Industrial Relations; EU ESPR Art. 10.
Protection of data, digital systems, and information assets, and the establishment of trust frameworks for digital interactions.
Information Security and Digital Trust
ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security; GDPR; eIDAS; NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
Ensuring products are safe, reliable, and meet quality and sustainability standards throughout their lifecycle.
Product Integrity
UN SDGs 9, 12; OECD Guidelines Chapter VIII: Consumer Interests; EU ESPR Art. 4-7 and Annex I.
Establishing management frameworks, policies, and processes for systematic improvement of environmental, social, and governance outcomes.
Systemic Sustainability
UN SDGs 12, 16; OECD Guidelines Chapter II: General Policies; EU ESPR Art. 4, 5, 10-12.
Adherence to technical regulations, voluntary standards, and conformity assessment procedures that ensure product and process fitness for purpose.
Technical Conformity
WTO TBT Agreement; ISO/IEC 17000 series conformity assessment standards; Codex Alimentarius.
Adherence to trade regulations, customs requirements, market access rules, and cross-border compliance frameworks.
Trade and Market Access
WTO TBT and SPS Agreements; UNECE Trade Facilitation Recommendations; WCO Harmonized System.
Metrics for measuring microbiological safety, chemical contaminant levels, pesticide and veterinary drug residues, food additive levels, nutritional content, and allergen presence in food products.
Food Safety and Quality
Codex Alimentarius (FAO/WHO); EU General Food Law Regulation (EC) 178/2002; EU food safety regulations; ISO 22000.
Metrics for measuring physical, mechanical, thermal, electrical, chemical, and fire safety properties of products and materials against applicable safety standards and performance requirements.
Product Safety and Quality
EU General Product Safety Regulation (EU) 2023/988; ICC International Building Code; ISO/IEC product safety standards; EU Construction Products Regulation.
Metrics for measuring, reporting, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes, including absolute values, intensities, and reduction progress.
IFRS S2 paras 29–36; ESRS E1; GRI 305; GHG Protocol Corporate Standard.
Metrics for measuring waste generation, diversion, recycled content, recyclability, and circular economy performance.
Waste and Circularity
ESRS E5; GRI 306; EU ESPR Art. 5–8; EU Waste Framework Directive.
Environmental protection, resource conservation, and climate resilience. Covers emissions reduction, energy transition, water stewardship, waste prevention, biodiversity, and circular design.
Ecological Resilience
UN SDGs 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15; OECD Guidelines Chapter VI: Environment; EU ESPR Art. 5-8 and Annex I.
Metrics for measuring labour practices, workplace safety, diversity, equity, and human rights performance across operations and supply chains.
Workforce
ESRS S1, S2; GRI 401–409; IFRS S1; ILO Core Conventions; UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
Attestation
A conformity attestation issued by a competent body, defining one or more assessments against a specification.
Conformity Profile
A versioned conformity profile, managed under a scheme, that includes a set of criteria.
Scheme
A formal governance scheme under which attestations are issued; defines criteria and supports compliance with regulation.
Assessment
A specific assessment of a product, facility or organisation against a specification.
Values must be averaged weighted by volume/output (e.g. emissions intensity per kg across suppliers)
Weighted average
Values add up (e.g. total GHG emissions across all facilities = sum of each facility's emissions)
Sum
Performance improves with a higher measured value
Higher
Performance improves with a lower measured value
Lower
Vocab — Conformity domain
Independent attestation that products and facilities meet defined rules.
UNTP Performance Metrics Vocabulary
United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE)
A hierarchical vocabulary of standardised performance metrics for tagging fine-grained product and facility-level sustainability claims. Enables automatic roll-up to enterprise-level disclosures aligned with IFRS S1/S2, GRI, ESRS, and EU Battery Regulation. Counterpart to the UNTP Conformity Topic Classification — topics classify what is being assessed, metrics define what is measured.
UNTP Conformity Topic Classification
A hierarchical classification scheme for conformity topics used to categorise conformity criteria published by scheme owners. Encompasses sustainability (environmental, social, governance), product integrity, trade compliance, technical conformity, and information security domains. Designed as a common reference taxonomy for interoperable conformity assessments across regulatory frameworks and voluntary standards.