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Greenwashing, evidence & assurance · Working

Chain-of-custody certification

Also called: CoC certification

ELI5

Certification tracing certified material through supply-chain transfers.

Used in conversation

“The control owner needs to resolve the exception around chain-of-custody certification.”

Pitch context

You will see “Chain-of-custody certification” in sustainability reports, impact decks, climate plans and assurance materials when the discussion reaches greenwashing, evidence & assurance.

Why it matters: In greenwashing, evidence & assurance, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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