Validation & Verification
Through the Validation/Verification Program, NEU envisions that high-potential materials/technologies that have a significant impact on greenhouse gas emission reductions can be identified and adopted by the industry. Have questions? Review the Program FAQs.
Validation/Verification Program Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NEU Validation/Verification Program?
The NEU Validation/Verification Program is a conformity assessment process that includes a decision on the confirmation of the environmental claim(s) declared by a client in a Validation or Verification Statement. The Validation/Verification Program provides verification of a historical claim, or validation of a future outcome; however, it does not result in a product characterization or product certification, nor requires examinations (such as sampling or continuous compliance inspections).
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What is a Validation or Verification Statement?
Validation/Verification Statements are the outcome of the Validation/Verification Program. The decision as to whether (or not) the claim conforms with the initially specified requirements is issued as a Validation or Verification Statement.
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What is the difference between a Validation Statement and a Verification Statement?
A Verification Statement provides verification of a historical claim, using historical data in accordance with an initially specified requirement. A Validation Statement is the validation of a future outcome, utilizing projection of historical data in accordance with an initially specified requirement.
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What is an environmental claim?
An environmental claim is the information statement declared by the client and is the object of each Validation/Verification Program project.
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Why would I apply for a NEU Validation or Verification Statement?
NEU provides third-party evidence and assurance that a claim verified (or validated) conforms with the initially specified requirements. This can assist with product acceptance by the construction industry, or demonstrate compliance with the Federal, State or other regulations that require environmental claims to be verified (or validated).
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How much does it cost to get a Verification (or Validation) Statement from NEU?
The application fee to initiate the program is $5,000, which is non-refundable. The total final fee may vary depending on the number of claims assessed, and scope and complexity of the review. NEU can provide a total fee estimate when requested.
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Does NEU provide a third-party assessment service?
NEU offers a third-party assessment service (making statements publicly available on the NEU website at www.neuconcrete.org).
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What criteria does NEU use for their Verification/Validation Statements?
NEU issues statements in accordance with an internal program (process) that outline the assessment requirements. For any interested party who wishes to view a NEU Program(s), access can be requested by e-mailing info@neuconcrete.org, including a rationale for use of the document, and a commitment to comply with the current, approved NEU Procedures.
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Where can I obtain a copy of the NEU Procedures?
NEU Procedures are available to be viewed here.
How can I apply for a NEU Validation or Verification Statement?
A NEU application form can be downloaded from our website. Alternatively, a NEU application form can be requested by e-mailing to info@neuconcrete.org.
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How does NEU operate its Validation/Verification Program?
As an independent third-party verifier, NEU applies the general requirements of the ISO/IEC 17029 International Standard for its Validation/Verification Program. NEU maintains Quality Management System Documentation which addresses competence, impartiality, and objectivity for all Validation/Verification activities. NEU continues to monitor the impartiality throughout the engagement in accordance with the NEU Quality Management System Documentation.
What is the purpose of NEU as an organization in general?
NEU was established by the American Concrete Institute (ACI) in 2022. Through leadership with integrity and global collaboration, NEU will accelerate the adoption and use of reduced-carbon concrete technologies.
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What is the relationship between NEU and ACI?
Although NEU was established by the American Concrete Institute, and ACI is listed as the founding member of NEU, ACI and NEU are separate entities operating under their own separate board of directors.
What is NEU's contact information?
NEU: An ACI Center of Excellence for Carbon Neutral Concrete
38800 Country Club Dr.
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Phone: 1-248-848-3780
E-mail: info@neuconcrete.org
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