ISCC – Certified Biomass and Bioenergy
The ISCC EU is the first and leading voluntary scheme based on the European Renewable Energy Directive (RED), covering the environmental and social aspects of biomass production. It is compatible with other RED schemes. In the supply chain, traceability is key to assuring the diligence of the system.
ISCC certificate
About the standard
The ISCC has been developed as a certification scheme that is applicable worldwide. It covers the assessment of sustainable production criteria, management criteria, traceability documentation and an assessment of greenhouse gas saving calculations.
Scope of the certificate
The ISCC certification scopes distinguish the following supply chain acctors:
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Primary producers, certification not mandatory (farm, plantations, points of origin of waste and residues)
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First gathering points/collecting points
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Conversion units (output intermediate products or final fuel)
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Traders of raw/intermediate materials or final fuel
How you benefit
With an ISCC EU certificate, your company can participate as an integral member of a RED certified sustainable supply chain for Europe’s sustainable biofuel market. Your valid ISCC EU certificate, issued by Control Union, is proof of your compliance with ISCC EU requirements on sustainable biomass production, traceability of origin and documentation of greenhouse gas saving potential compared to fossil fuels.
How can we help you?
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