Inter-American Accreditation Cooperation, A.C.
Inter-American Accreditation Cooperation, A.C.
AUGUST 25, 2026
Within the framework of the webinar “Sustainability That Builds Trust: The Value of Reliable Environmental and Social Information for Decision-Making by Governments, Businesses and Consumers,” the Environmental Alliance of the Americas (AAA) and the Inter-American Accreditation Cooperation (IAAC) brought together representatives from government, industry, consumers, and the Quality Infrastructure community to discuss the challenges posed by the growing number of environmental claims and labels across the region.
The event addressed the importance of having clear, reliable, and verifiable environmental information to prevent greenwashing and support informed decision-making. The discussion also introduced the Environmental Seal of the Americas (SAA) as a regional response aimed at providing credible and comparable environmental information on products, highlighting the complementary role of standardization, accreditation, and certification in supporting its implementation.
The session provided an opportunity to reflect on the need to strengthen regional cooperation and consistency in the mechanisms that support environmental information. In this context, participants discussed the interest in advancing toward a multilateral agreement between AAA and IAAC, aimed at strengthening confidence in the implementation of the SAA, promoting recognition among countries, and contributing to sustainability that is credible, verifiable, and useful for the market.
AUGUST 5, 2026
JUNE 11, 2026
As part of the World Accreditation Day celebration, IAAC organized the webinar “Innovation, Confidence and Sustainability: The Power of Accreditation”, a technical exchange that brought together international experts and representatives from various sectors to reflect on the strategic role of accreditation in addressing the challenges and opportunities of a constantly evolving world.
The webinar covered topics related to governance, innovation, sustainability, international cooperation, and leadership, highlighting how accreditation contributes to building confidence, strengthening technical competence, and supporting sustainable development.
The event demonstrated the fundamental role of accreditation as a tool to foster innovation, promote confidence in markets, and strengthen cooperation among stakeholders, reaffirming its contribution to building more resilient and sustainable societies.
may 14, 2026
IAAC organized the webinar “Implementing Quality Infrastructure: Practical Cases in Environment and Sustainability,” a technical exchange space focused on the strategic role of quality infrastructure in addressing environmental and sustainability challenges.
The event brought together international experts from accreditation, metrology, and conformity assessment organizations, who shared experiences and perspectives related to circular economy, radiological protection, global supply chains, and sustainability.
The webinar highlighted how metrology, accreditation, conformity assessment, and technical cooperation contribute to strengthening more reliable, resilient, and sustainability-oriented systems.
March 20, 2026
The Quality Infrastructure Council of the Americas (QICA), of which the Inter-American Accreditation Cooperation (IAAC) is a member, organized the event “Promoting Sustainability and Responsible Social and Economic Action” in collaboration with UNIDO and PTB.
The session aimed to explore legal and regulatory frameworks that can strengthen quality infrastructure and support sustainable development across the region.
It brought together experts from international organizations, accreditation bodies, and the productive sector, who exchanged insights and experiences on how quality infrastructure interacts with and is shaped by regulatory frameworks.
March 19, 2026
The Inter-American Accreditation Cooperation (IAAC) organized the International Women’s Day 2026 commemorative event, a regional space that brought together women leaders in accreditation from across the Americas and the Caribbean.
The purpose of this event was to highlight women’s leadership in accreditation, as well as to promote dialogue on governance, equity, inclusion, and the strengthening of quality infrastructure in the region.
The event gathered experts and representatives from accreditation bodies and conformity assessment organizations at regional and international levels, who shared experiences and perspectives on the role of women in cooperation, decision-making, and the transformation of quality. The event also marked the launch of the “Women Leader in Accredited Conformity Assessment” Award.
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