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Supply and disposal

TÜV NORD provides comprehensive support to operators and service providers in the utilities and waste management industry, including energy suppliers, water suppliers, and waste management companies.

Our services for supply and disposal
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Supply and disposal – safety for people, the environment, and infrastructure

Utility and waste disposal companies in Germany perform countless important functions that are essential to modern social life. Their top priority is always ensuring a secure supply of energy, water, and waste disposal. At the same time, companies in this industry must comply with numerous legal requirements and regulations to ensure the protection of people, the environment, and facilities.
The industry faces major challenges resulting from technological progress, the energy transition, new material cycles, and increasing digitalization. TÜV NORD CERT can help you reliably overcome these challenges, from sustainability and security of supply to cybersecurity.

All services for supply and disposal

Air pollutants
Air pollutants, as defined by the Federal Immission Control Act (BImSchG), are substances that alter the natural composition of the air, particularly through smoke, soot, dust, gases, aerosols, vapors, or odors. Ensuring adequate protection for residential areas while also considering the growth opportunities for businesses is a crucial aspect of environmental management.
Carbon Management
Carbon management encompasses strategies to reduce and control carbon emissions in order to combat climate change. It involves the measurement, analysis, and optimization of CO₂ emissions within a company. The goal is to minimize environmental impact through sustainable practices and technologies while contributing collectively to achieving the climate targets set by the EU and Germany.
Certification of data centers according to TSI, EN 50600, or ISO/IEC 22237
Certification of technical control centers according to TSA.STANDARD
Chimney height calculation
Die Schornsteinhöhenberechnung ist entscheidend für die effiziente Abführung von Rauchgasen und die Einhaltung gesetzlicher Vorschriften. Sie berücksichtigt Brennstoffart, Anlagenleistung und örtliche Gegebenheiten. Eine präzise Berechnung sichert den optimalen Betrieb der Anlage und erhöht Sicherheit sowie Komfort für die Bewohner.
Commissioning of data centers
Company Representatives
Company officers are essential for compliance with legal requirements in companies. They monitor environmental protection, occupational safety and data protection, advise management and train employees. Their expertise helps to minimise risks and promote sustainable practices in order to make operations legally compliant and efficient.
Conformity assessment and GAP analysis of alarm receiving centers and technical control centers
Conformity assessment of data centers
Construction noise
As a certified measurement centre, TÜV NORD Umweltschutz offers acoustic forecasts and measurements of construction noise and supports you in the acoustic optimisation of your construction processes.
Design Assesment of data centers
EN 50518
EN 50600 (DC)
Emission measurements
In accordance with the Federal Immission Control Act (BImSchG), operators of plants requiring authorization are obligated to have the type and scope of emissions from their facilities regularly assessed by an accredited measuring body, as notified under Section 29b BImSchG. Our experts conduct these emission measurements for a wide range of individual substances.
Emission/immission forecasts gases/dust
Forecasts of emissions and immissions for gases and dust are vital for environmental protection. They aid in evaluating the impact of pollutants on air quality and health. Through precise modeling and analysis, effective strategies can be developed to reduce emissions and ensure compliance with legal standards.
Environmental Reporting
Emission declarations are key instruments in environmental management that oblige companies to document and disclose their pollutant emissions. They promote transparency and help to comply with legal requirements. By systematically recording emissions, companies can monitor their environmental impact and develop targeted measures to reduce it.
Functional testing and calibration of monitoring equipment
Regular functional testing and calibration are essential for the operation of automatic measuring systems (AMS) for emission monitoring. This ensures that the measuring equipment works precisely and that the measurement signals are correctly analysed and stored. This promotes both environmental protection and operational safety.
GOTS
ISO 22301 - Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)
ISO 27001 Certification
ISO/IEC 22237
Immission Control Officer
As company representatives for immission control, we offer you competent support in complying with legal requirements
Industrial noise
As an accredited measuring body, TÜV NORD Umweltschutz offers reliable noise measurements and noise forecasts on industrial plants. Trust our long-standing experience to reliably meet legal noise protection requirements.
KRITIS and the IT Security Act
Location assessment of data centers
Odour forecasts
Odor forecasts are essential for urban land-use planning and approval processes, as they calculate the frequency of odor perceptions in the vicinity of a facility. By utilizing odor-relevant data and weather information, they assess potential nuisances in accordance with the Federal Immission Control Act.
Odour measurements
Odor measurements are used to determine the concentration of odorous substances in the air, often through olfactometry, which employs the human nose as a sensor. Samples are collected in odor-proof bags and analyzed in the laboratory to evaluate the intensity and frequency of odors, helping to prevent nuisances.
Odours
Commercial, industrial, and agricultural facilities often emit odors that can negatively impact the quality of life in surrounding areas. To minimize the effects on the environment and public health, authorities are increasingly requiring a comprehensive assessment of odor emissions.
Permit Management
The construction and operation or modification of a plant according to the Federal Immission Control Act requires a comprehensive permit management. Operators must go through complex application procedures and submit extensive application documents. Current legal framework conditions and the permit status must always be taken into account.
Planning evaluation of alarm receiving centers and technical control centers
Quality Gates & Construction guidance for Data Centers
Safety Adviser for Dangerous Goods
As safety advisers for dangerous goods, we offer competent support in complying with legal requirements
TSA.STANDARD: Physical protection of alarm receiving centers/technical control centers
TSE.STANDARD: Energy efficiency & sustainability in data centers
TSI.PROFESSIONAL Training
TSI.STANDARD: Availability & Physical Protection of Data Centers
Waste Management Officer
As waste management officers, we offer you expert support in complying with legal requirements. We optimise your waste management, develop sustainable concepts and ensure environmentally friendly disposal. Our expertise helps to increase efficiency and fulfill your operator obligations.
Water Protection Officer
As company representatives for water protection, we provide expert support to help you comply with legal requirements.
Workplace noise
As an accredited measuring body, TÜV NORD Umweltschutz offers noise measurements and noise assessments. We offer competent support to optimize your working environment. Trust our expertise to optimize the occupational safety and productivity of your employees.
Workshops for Data Centers
Workshops for alarm receiving centers and technical control centers

Our services and cross-industry expertise

TÜV NORD supports energy and waste management companies by verifying emission reports, Carbon Footprint Analyses and climate protection projects in accordance with internationally recognized standards—as a basis for effective sustainability and circular economy strategies.

Increasing digitalization brings risks – from cyberattacks to critical infrastructure failures. With our certifications according to ISO/IEC 27001, KRITIS requirements, EN 50518, EN 50600, ISO/IEC 22237, and TSI data centers, we help you strengthen your information security and increase the resilience of your systems.

Compliance with legal requirements and preparation for incidents is crucial. TÜV NORD CERT offers support in risk management, Business Continuity (ISO 22301), and certifications that demonstrate your security of supply.

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