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What is ResponsibleSteel?

ResponsibleSteel is the steel industry’s first global, multi-stakeholder standard and certification initiative dedicated to sustainability within the sector. Its mission is to maximize steel’s contribution to a more sustainable society through the cooperation of companies and stakeholders at all levels of the steel supply chain by providing a forum for discussion, collaboration, and designation. 

The standard covers key ESG issues: 

  • Corporate Leadership 

  • Social, Environmental and Governance Management Systems 

  • Occupational Health and Safety 

  • Labor Rights 

  • Human Rights 

  • Local Communities 

  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication 

  • Climate Change and Greenhouse Gas Emissions 

  • Noise, Emissions, Effluents and Waste 

  • Water Stewardship 

  • Biodiversity 

  • Closure and Decommissioning 

This standard applies to operational steelmaking sites and those related to processing their raw materials or producing steel products. The standard follows a traditional certification process outlined below and can be integrated with other standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and/or ISO 45001. 

Why Choose PRI Certification?

We provide technical support such as clear direction on standard changes, standards interpretation, industry changes and other useful information during your certification.