Shaping the Future of Sustainability: +Vantage Vinyl Standard Opens for Public Comment

The Vinyl Sustainability Council (VSC) is proud to announce a major milestone in our industry’s sustainability journey: the updated +Vantage Vinyl® Standard is now available for a 30-day public comment period. 

This marks the culmination of an 18-month collaborative effort led by the Verification Committee and its dedicated subcommittee, formed in February 2024 to begin the standard’s scheduled five-year update. Grounded in a consensus-driven approach informed by the ANSI standard development process, this revision reflects nearly 10 years of learning, listening, and evolving as an industry committed to continuous improvement. 

The +Vantage Vinyl Standard is a voluntary framework designed to guide companies across the U.S. vinyl value chain toward enhanced environmental, social, and economic performance. 

What’s New in the 2026 Update? 

The subcommittee undertook a comprehensive review that included: 

• • —Assessing the current verification standard. 
  • —Reviewing and refining the Guiding Principles. 
  • —Soliciting and incorporating stakeholder feedback. 
  • —Identifying gaps and proposing activities to bridge them  
  • —Analyzing industry perceptions and defining a desired future state. 

These efforts have resulted in proposed updates that better reflect current stakeholder expectations and the evolving sustainability landscape.  

Why Your Feedback Matters 

The public comment period is a vital part of the consensus process. It ensures that the standard remains relevant, inclusive, and effective. We invite all interested parties—whether you’re a member of the vinyl value chain, a sustainability professional, or a concerned stakeholder—to review the proposed updates and share your insights. 

Your feedback will help shape the final version of the standard, which will guide verification efforts and sustainability reporting across the industry starting in 2026. 

Join Us in Shaping the Future 

This update is more than a procedural refresh—it’s a reflection of our shared commitment to progress. The +Vantage Vinyl Standard is not static; it evolves with the industry, helping companies move forward on their sustainability journey with clarity and purpose. 

We encourage you to participate in the public comment period and be part of this important dialogue. Together, we can ensure that the +Vantage Vinyl Standard continues to serve as a meaningful tool for driving positive change. 

The Public Comment Period has now closed.