SBP certification
What is SBP (Sustainable Biomass Program) certification?
SBP (Sustainable Biomass Program) is a certification scheme that aims to ensure that the sourcing of biomass, in particular wood pellets and wood chips, is sustainable, transparent and meets international sustainability requirements.
Why choose us
Our advantages
We can help you with technical questions and explain the process clearly.
Our auditors have been thoroughly trained about the standards and have extensive audit experience in the related sector.
We provide a competent and high-quality service, making the certification process streamlined and efficient.
Why the SBP certification scheme?
SBP certification is an important tool for woody biomass producers, traders, and end-users, ensuring that they use biomass that meets international sustainability standards.
The main aspects of SBP certification are:
- Sustainability: This includes responsible sourcing of woody feedstock and production of renewable biomass.
- Traceability: SBP ensures transparency throughout the supply chain, from the forest or production site to the final consumer. It helps to verify that biomass comes from sustainable and legal sources.
- Social and environmental impact assessment: SBP certification also includes an evaluation of whether feedstock sourcing complies with the local laws, respects local communities, and helps to prevent negative social and environmental impacts.
- Compliance with legislation: SBP certification aligns with the sustainability requirements of the EU Renewable Energy Directive (RED II) and other international legislative frameworks.
Certification process
The SBP certification scheme is made up of different standards that may apply depending on your activities:
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SBP Standard 1
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SBP Standard 2
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SBP Standard 3
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SBP Standard 4
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SBP Standard 5
Collection and Communication of Data – focuses on the collection and communication of data related to harvesting of feedstock, and production and transport of biomass.
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SBP Standard 6
Energy and Carbon Balance Calculation – used for calculating greenhouse gas emissions.
To understand what standards and resulting processes are required for certification, it is important to understand exactly what you do (are you a biomass producer, biomass trader, or energy producer, etc.) and what your supply area is.
How can we help you?
Are your customers asking for SBP certified products, do you have a question about the SBP certification scheme or would you like a quote? Feel free to contact us, we will be happy to help you.