The validity of the certificates is shown on the certificate. As of January 2023, the validities per certificate are:
Certificates vary by module type and level. For Supplier to Zero modules, all three levels (1-3) receive certificates valid for 365 days. MMCF modules also receive 365-day certificates. Resource Efficiency has two tiers - Free (no certificate) and Paid (365-day certificate). Effluent Treatment and Use Cases modules do not issue certificates.
| Module | Level | Certificate | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supplier to Zero | Level 1 | Yes | 365 days |
| Level 2 | Yes | 365 days | |
| Level 3 | Yes | 365 days | |
| MMCF | - | Yes | 365 days |
| Resource Efficiency | Free | No | Not applicable |
| Paid | No | 365 days | |
| Effluent Treatment | - | No | Not applicable |
| Use Cases | - | No | Not applicable |
Effective June 2023, some of the terminology is changed to align with the 2030 Impact Strategy. Certification levels within Supplier to Zero for non-signatory suppliers terminology has changed from Foundational, Progressive, and Aspirational Level to Supplier to Zero Levels 1, 2, and 3.
For more information regarding the updated terminology, please refer to the following Knowledge-Base article: New Terminology.