The Environmental Technology Verification (ETV) process

Here you can download our ETV-Guide and lessons learned from the B-WaterSmart project. Below is also a video for training.

Standardisation plays a pivotal role in assuring the credibility and reliability of environmental technologies' performance claims. By undergoing a performance verification process compliant with ‘International Standard ISO 14034, Environmental Management: Environmental Technology Verification (ETV)’, innovative water solutions can gain the trust and recognition needed to thrive in today's competitive market.

Current EU and national policies and programmes related to climate, environment, research, and innovation reinvigorate the commitment of decision- and policymakers, providers, manufacturers, investors, purchasers, and users to innovative environmental technologies. Therefore, the interest and investment in novel and green technical solutions are growing rapidly, but their adoption and widespread implementation is not a simple task.

ETV helps overcome key challenges to market entrance and widespread adoption of new environmental technologies related to lack of market confidence, high costs vs. uncertainty of potential long-term savings, regulatory compliance uncertainty, technology adoption hurdle, technology readiness, and performance challenges in real-world environments, or limited trust of investors.

By watching our video training, you:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the ISO 14034 ETV standard and its significance in the water industry.
• Learn the step-by-step process of obtaining ETV verification.
• Explore case studies and real-world examples of successful ETV implementations.