In order to guarantee transparency and accountability, Vinyl 2010 is subject to external audits and verifications by independent third parties.

Ongoing reviews and approval of Vinyl 2010's activities are made by an independently-chaired Monitoring Committee which currently includes representatives from the European Commission, the European Parliament, trade unions and consumer organisations, in addition to industry representatives. 

An independently-audited Progress Report, which reviews progress made towards the targets set out in the Voluntary Commitment, is published annually. The auditors are chosen in full consultation with the Monitoring Committee.

For 2010, the content of the Progress Report was independently verified by SGS. Established in 1878, SGS has become the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. Recognised as the global benchmark for quality and integrity, SGS employs over 55,000 people and operates a network of more than 1,000 offices and laboratories around the world.

‘It is SGS's opinion that the European PVC industry has established a sound basis for meeting its obligations in the Vinyl 2010 programme. Eight years with comprehensive work demonstrates the industry's willingness to meet its commitments within environmental sustainability. It should also be mentioned that the industry shows an open and proactive attitude to encourage an ongoing dialogue with its stakeholders represented in its monitoring committee'.

Additionally, tonnages of post-consumer PVC waste and expenditure have been audited and certified by KPMG. KPMG is a global network of professional services firms providing audit, tax and advisory services, with 137,000 outstanding professionals working together in 144 countries worldwide.

Copies of the Progress Reports can be downloaded in the following Annual Progress Report section as well as in the Library section.