Re: Inquiry Regarding W3C Account for DPP Community Group - Certified Contributor Seeking to Join

Hi Valerie,

Thanks for reaching out. 

You should use whatever email is most appropriate in the account request form [1].

In the second step you’ll be asked to provide an employment affiliation (or indicate that you don’t have one at this time).

Let me know if that helps,

Ian


[1] https://www.w3.org/account/request/

> On Oct 7, 2025, at 5:07 AM, Valerie Alonso <v.valalonso@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Dear W3C Team,
> I am writing to inquire about the account process for joining the new "DPP for CE" Community Group, as I am eager to contribute but currently face a barrier.
> I am an IT engineer currently working on a Circular Economy (CE) project that involves Digital Product Passports (DPPs). I also hold a certification from the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) in Sustainable Business. This unique background allows me to bridge the gap between sustainability requirements and technical implementation, and I am confident I can contribute valuable use cases and practical technical insights to the group.
> While I appreciate that the group's description clarifies that "W3C Membership is not required," I have encountered a hurdle in the account creation process as an individual without a current corporate email address.
> Could you please advise if there is an alternative pathway for individuals in my situation to create a W3C account and participate fully in this community?
> Thank you for your time and assistance. I am keen to bring my unique blend of certified sustainability knowledge and IT engineering experience to this collaborative effort.
> Sincerely,
> Valerie Alonso

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Received on Tuesday, 7 October 2025 14:57:14 UTC