The condition of soil can influence environmental performance, agricultural productivity, operational resilience, regulatory compliance and land value. It can also underpins the credibility of soil carbon and other sustainability claims.
As environmental expectations evolve, organizations increasingly need reliable data to understand what is happening below the surface, identify emerging risks and demonstrate measurable progress.
We have brought together soil testing, monitoring and independent verification through our soil health and decarbonization solutions, helping organizations turn complex soil data into informed decisions and trusted outcomes.
Build confidence in soil carbon through robust methodologies and independent verification.
Turning soil data into trusted outcomes
Our approach supports organizations from initial assessment through long-term monitoring and independent assurance.
- Understand
Every soil decision starts with a reliable baseline. Through soil sampling, site investigation and laboratory analysis, we help organizations assess soil health and quality, identify contaminants such as PFAS, metals and hydrocarbons, establish soil carbon baselines and understand biodiversity and microbiome conditions.
- Monitor
Soil conditions change over time. Consistent monitoring helps organizations identify emerging risks, evaluate remediation or land-management measures, track soil health and carbon, and demonstrate progress toward environmental and sustainability objectives.
- Verify
Where credible outcomes matter, independent assurance provides confidence. We support soil carbon projects, regenerative agriculture initiatives and land-sector greenhouse gas programs through validation and verification services aligned with recognized methodologies and frameworks.
From measurement to meaningful action
Our soil capabilities span agriculture and food, infrastructure, mining, energy, manufacturing, industrial sites and environmental management.
They are supported by scientific expertise and a global network of laboratories and specialists. We are also supporting the European Commission Joint Research Centre's major soil monitoring program, analyzing more than 35,000 samples to establish baselines for organic carbon, biodiversity and pollution risks.
For emerging contaminants, our experience includes PFASafe®, a four-step approach designed to provide a broader understanding of PFAS risk beyond standard targeted analysis.
Why choose us
Managing soil health and supporting decarbonization requires more than individual tests. Organizations need reliable data, consistent methodologies, scientific expertise and independent verification working together.
As the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company, we combine global capabilities with local expertise to help organizations establish reliable baselines, monitor change and demonstrate credible environmental outcomes.
Aligned with the Nature pillar of IMPACT NOW for sustainability, our solutions support healthier soils, stronger environmental decision-making and credible climate action.
Learn more about our soil health and decarbonization solutions or download our brochure.
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN SW).
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