3. SSI - Session -Sustainable Solar Europe 2025.pdf

1、Sustainable Solar Europe 2025 The Solar Stewardship InitiativeAnd Corporate Procurement strategiesOpening wordsBy Rachel Owens,CEO,Solar Stewardship InitiativeThe SSI|BACKGROUNDAs solar energy becomes central to the global clean energy transition,the sector faces growing scrutiny over issues like la

2、bour and human rights,traceability in sourcing materials and environmental impacts in manufacturing and raw material extraction.ReputationCollaborationCompliance Retain market access and meet global and local legislative requirements(e.g.,EU CSDDD,CSRD,US Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act).Access S

3、SI standards and tools to align with ESG and traceability expectations.Meet growing demand for verified sustainable productsDrive innovation in sustainable practices and stay ahead of competitors.Membership of the SSI demonstrates commitment to sustainability and transparency in the solar value chai

4、n.Engage with key industry stakeholdersParticipate in shaping industry standards and sustainability goals.WHAT IS THE SSI?The SSI is a solar-specific value chain assurance programme co-founded by a broad coalition of industry stakeholders,to build a more sustainable,responsible solar future.WHY THE

5、SSI?The SSI|The StandardsPublished December 2024First certifications late 2025This Standard is the first step to show precisely where the materials used at each link in the supply chain come from and how they can be traced.Covers the entire silicon value chain,from quartzite mining to photovoltaic m

6、odule production.CDesigned to evaluate a manufacturing sites performance in three key areas:Governance and Business EthicsEnvironmentHuman and labour rightsThis Standard can certify a link i.e.a production site in the solar supply chain6 sites certified Silver so far.These sites,plus those currently