Welcome to Trace — Kiwa’s first online ESG magazine. Just like tracing a path forward, Trace follows the real steps we’re taking to build a more sustainable future.
Here, you’ll find real stories, practical insights, and the milestones that mark our environmental, social, and governance journey. Explore real examples of how we are putting ESG into action — across sectors, regions, and services.
Explore the new expectations shaping solar and energy storage, from sustainability and battery passports to cybersecurity, safety, and responsible supply chains.
For many companies, critical information is still spread across spreadsheets, inspections, reports, and disconnected software systems, making it harder to respond quickly and make informed operational decisions. Added to that, unexpected downtime, disconnected systems, aging infrastructure, and growing compliance pressure are making industrial asset management more challenging than ever before.
As Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) deployment expands across Europe, new EU regulations are creating major compliance requirements for developers, investors, utilities, and operators. From fire safety expectations to the upcoming Battery Passport, companies involved in battery storage projects may soon face increased scrutiny across the entire project lifecycle. According to Steven Xuereb, Executive Director, Kiwa PI Berlin AG, battery storage is quickly becoming one of the energy sector’s main priorities.
Discover how Kiwa is driving progress in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance! Get an exclusive look at the highlights, key achievements, and future ambitions outlined in our 2025 ESG Report. See how our commitment to sustainability, transparency, and responsible business practices is shaping a better tomorrow for our clients, partners, and communities. Dive in to learn more about our journey and impact!
Curious if your hydrogen production meets low carbon standards? Discover the key criteria, certification pathways, and benefits of qualifying as a low carbon hydrogen producer. Stay ahead in the energy transition and unlock new market opportunities by understanding what it takes to achieve low carbon status for your hydrogen operations.
Uncover how evolving standards and market pressures are making PV module quality a top concern for the solar industry in 2026. Learn why addressing quality risks now is essential for long-term project success and reliability
Ensure your construction products meet the latest European CPR requirements. Kiwa provides expert assessment, verification, and sustainability validation to help you achieve compliance and market access efficiently.
Discover how organizations in Portugal are actively reducing their carbon footprint through energy efficiency, sustainable supply chains, and advanced carbon management solutions. Learn how Kiwa supports businesses with certification, consultancy, and digital tools to achieve measurable sustainability goals.
Companies importing steel into the European Union (EU) are now facing a new cost, not for the material itself, but for the carbon behind it. And from 2026, this will become a reality for many businesses.
Discover how the We Care Standard, audited by Kiwa, helped Lebensbaum streamline sustainability across its entire supply chain. This approach brings together environmental, social, and governance requirements into one clear, transparent framework, supporting continuous improvement and trusted results.
Time is running out for construction firms to meet the EU’s updated sustainability demands under the Construction Products Regulation. Read expert advice, practical tools, and training solutions from Kiwa NIBE to get your declarations — and your value chain — in order before the 2027 deadline.
Why lifecycle data is now non-negotiable. From carbon footprints to full product transparency, LCAs and EPDs are becoming essential for construction and beyond. Learn how these tools help companies meet regulations, gain trust, and lead in sustainability.
How we support sustainable progress
Driving credibility through verification
At Kiwa, we help organizations prove what they promise. From carbon reporting to PEF verification, we enable trustworthy communication around ESG performance, backed by independent testing, inspection, and certification.
As ESG frameworks evolve across sectors, we support clients through EU-wide directives like the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), the EU Battery Regulation, and the Construction Products Regulation (CPR).
We turn technical data into decision-making power — from lifecycle assessments (LCAs) to digital product passports. Our experts guide companies toward measurable sustainability improvements, grounded in evidence.
The stories featured here in Trace Magazine reflect real progress — but they’re just the beginning. For the full view of how we at Kiwa are putting purpose into action, read our 2025 ESG Report. The report shares the milestones behind the stories: from carbon reduction and employee well-being to inclusive leadership and sustainable service innovation.
See how local action connects to global impact — and where we’re headed next on our ESG journey.
This International Women’s Day, we’re accelerating action for gender equality at Kiwa! Hear from our leaders and employees on how we can break biases, foster inclusion, and drive real change.
In our latest article, Chief HR Officer Marrianne Groeneveld emphasizes the importance of fostering an inclusive environment to achieve true diversity and equal opportunities.
In Celebration of International Women’s Day, we recently interviewed six of our female employees to find out how they are experiencing gender equality and inclusion in their careers and at Kiwa.
Our 2024 ESG Report is here! This report highlights our efforts related to our people, our planet, and our performance. It also provides a picture of the company we are and the road that we’re taking towards a better tomorrow.
