This summary presents the key findings and recommendations from ResponsibleSteel’s analysis of the comparability of GHG emissions data used in steel procurement. Drawing on real, independently verified site-level data, it highlights the importance of transparency, comparability and consistency in identifying genuine low-emissions steel.

This report examines how effectively Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) reflect genuine differences in steelmaking emissions and support credible low-emissions steel procurement. Drawing on real, independently verified site-level data from steelmakers, the analysis highlights how methodological differences can significantly affect reported product-level GHG values and identifies three foundations for more credible and comparable emissions data: transparency, comparability and consistency.

A single reference point for the current versions of all ResponsibleSteel scheme documents.

ResponsibleSteel’s 2026 Progress Report captures a year marked by deepening global alignment and strengthened member commitment to building the ecosystem that enables responsible, low‑emission and near‑zero steelmaking to thrive.

The ResponsibleSteel Public Summary Template Version 2.1 is a required format for the public summary report. It is designated for use by the ResponsibleSteel Secretariat and certification bodies following a successful audit.

Efforts to increase alignment and enable interoperability between frameworks and standards are encouraging comparisons and estimations of equivalency. Conversion between jurisdictional standards is likely to become necessary to facilitate fair terms of trade. A framework is needed to shape how interoperability should support credible claims and trusted data for comparison and equivalency. This document provides such a framework, including the principles and procedures to be observed.

This timeline outlines the process for the standard revision of the ResponsibleSteel International Production Standard.

This guide outlines ResponsibleSteel certification for use by sites, covering criteria, audit processes, and compliance requirements.

Our Constitution sets out how ResponsibleSteel operates, including how decisions are made and what is expected of members.

The 2025 Progress Report highlights the continued expansion of ResponsibleSteel’s global network and the growing impact of its International Production Standard. The report reviews major milestones achieved throughout 2024, including new site certifications, strengthened collaboration with industry partners, and progress across climate, social and environmental performance areas.

This application form is to be completed by certification bodies seeking approval as a ResponsibleSteel certification body.

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