Developments in the sustainability of artificial grass
GRS program on artificial turf
We are excited to introduce our GRS (Global Recycle Standard) program on artificial turf, designed to promote sustainability and eco-friendliness. The GRS program ensures that our eco friendly artificial turf products meet stringent criteria for recyclability, environmental impact, and social responsibility. By adopting our GRS program on artificial turf, you support a product line that emphasizes high standards of quality and durability while contributing to a healthier planet through sustainable practices. Experience the benefits of our eco-friendly artificial turf program and join us in creating a greener future.
Situation of plastic products in the world
Plastic production increased exponentially, from 2.3 million tons in 1950 to 448 million tons by 2015. Production is expected to double by 2050, which is 896 million tons. Each year around 2% increase.
Plastic takes more than 400 years to degrade, so most of it still exists in some form. Only 12% has been incinerated. A Whopping 91% of plastic is not recycled.
2%
Plastic production
91%
Disposal ability
Sustainability of Artificial turf
World Volume
By 2025, the global demand of artificial turf is 480 million m².
Carbon consumption
Increasing concern of carbon consumption in the industry.
Turf recycling
Capacity of turf recycling remains pretty lowa＜10%
ECO friendly
More and more Eco friendly products are required
What is GRS?
The Global Recycle Standard (GRS) was originally developed by Control Union Certifications in 2008 and ownership was passed to the Textile Exchange on 1 January 2011. The GRS is an international, voluntary, full product standard that sets requirements for third-party certification of recycled content, chain of custody, social and environmental practices and chemical restrictions.
Recycled content
Chain of custody
Social & environmental practice
Chemical restriction
Benefit of GRS Certification
This 3rd party verification, will motivate the (quality) claim independently towards the clients. In addition, traceability and contamination risks can be managed better by certifying the management system and/or the product.
Requirement of GRS Certification
Percentage of recycled content
GRS is applicable for any product which is manufactured with minimum 20% recycled materials
Traceability system
Starting from the material recycling process, every production step must be traceable and audited.
Verification of materials collection
Material collection and material concentration sites are subject to self-declaration, documentation collection and site visits.
Requirement of GRS Certification
Tracing recycled inputs from source to store.
Materials are verified to meet the ISO definition of “recycled”. Both pre-consumer and post-consumer material is accepted.
Like the other factory social audit, GRS also concern a Responsible Production, in terms of policy, labor standard, health & safety, wage hours, etc.
This includes the environmental management system, chemical products management system, energy & waste management.
Testimonials, as authentic endorsements from satisfied customers, serve as potent social proof, significantly inspiring trust in potential consumers.
GRS turf solution from AVG
Accredited Auditors of GRS
