The Greenguard Environmental Institute (corporately styled "GREENGUARD") is an industry-independent organization that aims to protect human health and improve quality of life by enhancing indoor air quality and reducing people’s exposure to chemicals and other pollutants. As an ISO-IEC Guide 65:1996 accredited, third-party certifying body, the Greenguard Environmental Institute certifies products and materials for low chemical emissions and serves as a public resource for choosing healthier products and materials for indoor environments.
The Greenguard Certification Program requires that products undergo independent, scientific testing and ongoing monitoring of their chemical emissions. Only products that meet Greenguard’s stringent emissions standards qualify for certification. These standards are based on established criteria from key public health agencies. The Greenguard Environmental Institute is guided by an independent advisory board that consists of experts in the areas of indoor air quality, public and environmental health, building design and construction, and public policy.
More than 10,000 products on the market today are Greenguard Certified, representing over 350 manufacturers and 19 industries. The Greenguard Product Guide, the organization's online database of low-emitting products, helps people identify certified products and is searchable by product category, manufacturer, sustainable credits, product attributes, and certification type. Greenguard Certification is broadly recognized and accepted by sustainable building programs and building codes worldwide.
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