INTRODUCING THE E&T&C STANDARD

The Engagement, Transparency and Communication (E&T&C) Standard is a new international certification. It recognises organisations committed to openness and accountability in managing environmental impacts, particularly odour.

The new standard was developed by leading European environmental specialists and promoted by Ambiente et Odora S.L. and olores.org. It outlines a clear framework for how companies engage with communities, share environmental data, and involve stakeholders in key decisions.

COULD YOU BENEFIT FROM E&T&C?

The E&T&C Standard is for organisations whose operations have a noticeable environmental or social impact. In particular, those where odour can affect nearby communities. This includes sectors such as waste management, wastewater treatment, agriculture, composting, food processing, and industrial manufacturing. In these industries, effective communication and transparency aren’t just regulatory requirements. They support stronger community relationships, protect your public image, and highlight your environmental values.

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR OUR CLIENTS

Our Project Manager, Victoria Sneath, is the first and only person in the United Kingdom to be formally certified as an E&T&C Auditor. Victoria’s certification makes Silsoe Odours the only provider of E&T&C audits in the UK. As such, our clients have a unique opportunity to lead the way in socially responsible odour management. We can help clients demonstrate leadership in both environmental performance and community engagement.

An audit delivers:

• A structured review of how your organisation communicates odour impacts

• Clear steps to improve transparency and build trust

• The chance to stand out by aligning with an internationally recognised standard

For developers, site operators, and other stakeholders, E&T&C is more than compliance. It’s a strategy for building credibility, strengthening relationships, and promoting environmental excellence.