Assurance Services International

Assurance Services International (ASI) is a globally leading accreditation body for sustainability standards systems. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Bonn, Germany, with a branch in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, ASI works globally to strengthen trust in sustainability certifications.

ASI is the partner of choice when it comes to building trust in sustainability claims. ASI's mission is to enhance the effectiveness and credibility of voluntary sustainability standards and initiatives. ASI is committed to transparency, integrity, and effectiveness in certification and ensures that audits are conducted competently and consistently worldwide[2][5].

ASI offers third-party certifications for voluntary certification systems, often referred to as "Auditing the Auditors." In this process, ASI monitors the compliance, decision-making, and activities of certification bodies (CABs) with an individual and holistic approach. ASI also supports the development and implementation of effective and efficient certification systems and sustainability initiatives for the owners of these schemes[2][5].

ASI works closely with leading sustainability standards such as the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC), and the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). ASI ensures that the criteria set out in these standards are applied correctly to promote sustainability across various sectors[2].

ASI is also a member of the global association for social and environmental standards, ISEAL, and has confirmed its compliance with international requirements for accreditation bodies according to ISO 17011[2].

With a team of over 70 sustainability experts from more than 35 nationalities and expertise in dozens of sectors, ASI has a global presence. The diversity and wide range of languages (over 20) and experiences make ASI a unique partner in the sustainability landscape[5].

ASI is actively engaged in promoting sustainability through collaboration with local communities and indigenous peoples, particularly in the area of rainforest protection. By recognizing and supporting the land rights and knowledge of these groups, ASI contributes to mitigating the impacts of climate change[5].

Overall, ASI is an indispensable partner for companies and organizations looking to translate their sustainability intentions into concrete, credible actions. Through its work, ASI ensures the integrity and effectiveness of sustainability standards, thus contributing to a more sustainable future.

• 1 - https://www.asi-assurance.org/s/
• 2 - https://www.bonn.de/themen-entdecken/uno-internationales/asi-assuranceservicesinternational.php
• 3 - https://www.asi-assurance.org/s/about
• 4 - https://www.gut-cert.de/de/leistungen/nachhaltigkeitspruefungen/aluminium-stewardship-initiative-asi
• 5 - https://www.idealist.org/en/nonprofit/76a32b4dfde64f49a5c6a266e1fc4979-asi-assurance-services-international-bonn