Governance Multicert Verification

About the Programme Operator

The EPD+ framework is operated by Multicert sp. z o.o., a dedicated certification body acting as the operator of the EPD Poland Programme. We ensure independence, credibility, and compliance with international standards.

EPD+ Governance Snapshot
  • Operator: Multicert sp. z o.o.
  • Programme: EPD Poland.
  • Scope: ISO 14025 & EN 15804.

Mission: Providing a neutral, accredited framework for enhanced environmental data verification in the construction sector.

Integrated Compliance Framework

Multicert operates EPD+ by bridging the gap between traditional product certification and modern data verification.

The Foundation

ISO 14025

Type III Environmental Declarations.
Defines the core rules for the EPD Poland Programme, ensuring neutrality, transparency, and adherence to PCRs.

Site & Process

ISO/IEC 17065

Product Certification.
Used for the On-Site Audit component. It governs how we inspect the factory production control (FPC) and certify that the process generates reliable data.

Data & Claims

EN ISO/IEC 17029

Verification Bodies.
Used for the Documentation Verification. It governs how we validate specific environmental claims and LCA calculations against evidence.

Why this combination? Traditional EPDs often lack the site rigor of ISO 17065. Traditional factory audits often lack the data precision of ISO 17029. Multicert combines both to meet the new CPR System 3+ requirements.

Governance Structure

The EPD+ framework is not a private label. It operates under the strict governance principles of the EPD Poland Programme.

Programme Governance

Multicert ensures the integrity of the system through clear rules and separation of duties.

  • Clear separation between verification activities and commercial interests.
  • Fixed and publicly defined verification rules (General Programme Instructions).
  • Independent oversight by the Programme Operator board.

Institutional Role

As the Programme Operator, Multicert acts as the system owner, responsible for consistency across all products.

  • Definition and maintenance of EPD+ verification rules.
  • Final approval of all verification outcomes and certificates.
  • Operation and maintenance of the public EPD+ Registry.

Backed by Multicert & EPD Poland

Institutional backing ensures international recognition and stability.

The EPD Poland Programme

EPD Poland is a recognized environmental declaration programme operated by Multicert (www.epd.org.pl). It operates in full accordance with ISO 14025 and EN 15804.

This role provides EPD+ with necessary institutional backing to ensure alignment with established European EPD practices and mutual recognition agreements.

International Credibility

By embedding EPD+ within a formal programme operator structure, the framework is designed to be understandable and credible for:

  • Public procurement and tender authorities (Green Public Procurement).
  • Green Building certification bodies (LEED, BREEAM, DGNB).
  • Investors and financial institutions requiring ESG data assurance.

Questions about governance?

Contact the Multicert secretariat for detailed programme instructions.