We are pleased to announce the launch of GRI 306: Waste 2020, the first globally applicable tool for organizations to report and communicate on their waste impacts. The Waste Standard introduces a stronger relationship between materials and waste to assist reporters in identifying and managing their waste-related practices, and impacts, throughout their value chain.

By including updated disclosures, circularity and waste prevention concepts, the Waste Standard reflects global best practices on waste management. This provides for a practical and usable tool and harmonization with SDG 12. GRI 306: Waste 2020 includes two management approach and three topic-specific disclosures that will support organizations to:


Understand and publicly report how procurement, design and use of materials lead to waste-related impacts.

Provide comprehensive insights into the quantity and quality of waste – including its causes, where it is generated and how impacts are managed.

Identify and report on circularity and waste prevention opportunities and actions.

Assess and take responsibility for waste generated throughout the value chain, both upstream and downstream.