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ResponsibleSteel International Production Standard V2.1.1 Interpretation 1: Criterion 6.3 Non-discrimination
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ResponsibleSteel International Production Standard V2.1.1 Interpretation 1: Criterion 6.3 Non-discrimination
This document provides an interpretation regarding the application of the non-discrimination criterion, as it pertains to the use of incentives to hire local citizen workers. The interpretation is provided in relation to Requirement 6.3 (Non-discrimination) of the International Production Standard V2.1.1
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Fundamentals for GHG Emissions Accounting and Classification
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Jun 13, 2025
2025
Fundamentals for GHG Emissions Accounting and Classification
This document aims to improve the comparability, consistency and transparency of emissions accounting and reporting across the global steel industry by showcasing three of Principle 10’s fundamental components.
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ResponsibleSteel International Production Standard Version 2.1.1
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Oct 1, 2024
2024
ResponsibleSteel International Production Standard Version 2.1.1
The Production Standard outlines ResponsibleSteel's requirements for the responsible sourcing and production of steel, as a tool for achieving ResponsibleSteel’s purpose: to maximise steel’s contribution to a sustainable society.
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Auditors
Certification bodies
Civil society organisations
Finance
Input material programmes
ResponsibleSteel Late Payment Charges Policy
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Dec 20, 2024
2024
ResponsibleSteel Late Payment Charges Policy
This policy outlines the rules covering the late payment of fees to ResponsibleSteel. While this late payment policy is not intended to be punitive, it is essential for ensuring consistent cash flow, enabling us to continue driving positive change within the steel industry.
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Certification bodies
Steelmakers and processors
Upstream materials suppliers
Input material programmes
Steel buyers
ResponsibleSteel Recognition Decision - The Copper Mark
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Nov 7, 2024
2024
ResponsibleSteel Recognition Decision - The Copper Mark
The document titled "ResponsibleSteel Recognition of The Copper Mark" details the evaluation process and outcomes of recognizing The Copper Mark as an input material program for Progress Levels 1 to 3 under ResponsibleSteel's International Production Standard. It outlines the assessment methodology, feedback from stakeholders, and specific conditions agreed upon to achieve recognition.
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Draft Mandatory Guidance for Chain of Custody Pilot Audits V0.1
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Nov 8, 2024
2024
Draft Mandatory Guidance for Chain of Custody Pilot Audits V0.1
This document provides mandatory guidance for approved certification bodies that want to offer services for ResponsibleSteel’s Chain of Custody Standard during the pilot phase.
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Chain of Custody Checklist Draft Version 0.2
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Oct 4, 2024
2024
Chain of Custody Checklist Draft Version 0.2
This assessment template has been developed based on Draft Version 0.2 of the ResponsibleSteel International Chain of Custody Standard and will be implemented as part of pilot audits.
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Consultation Paper - ResponsibleSteel International Production Standard Review & Revision v1.0
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Oct 1, 2024
2024
Consultation Paper - ResponsibleSteel International Production Standard Review & Revision v1.0
Consultation Paper for the review and revision of the International Production Standard.
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Terms of Reference for Review and Revision of the RS Production Standard v1.0
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Oct 1, 2024
2024
Terms of Reference for Review and Revision of the RS Production Standard v1.0
Terms of Reference for the review and revision of the International Production Standard, 2024
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Understanding ResponsibleSteel's approach to climate change and greenhouse gases
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Aug 12, 2024
2024
Understanding ResponsibleSteel's approach to climate change and greenhouse gases
Principle 10 of the ResponsibleSteel International Production Standard provides a comprehensive approach for the steel industry to drive down emissions. This webinar provided members with an essential understanding of Principle 10 and how it can be applied.
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List of granted exceptions (updated July 2024)
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Jul 11, 2024
2024
List of granted exceptions (updated July 2024)
This Excel spreadsheet details non-conformity exceptions granted by ResponsibleSteel to certified sites for a particular audit.
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Draft Chain of Custody First Public Consultation Feedback
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Jul 10, 2024
2024
Draft Chain of Custody First Public Consultation Feedback
This Excel sheet compiles stakeholders' feedback, suggestions and comments received during the first public consultation on a ResponsibleSteel Chain of Custody Standard.
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