SBP – Sustainable Biomass Program
The Sustainable Biomass Program (SBP) was founded by major European utilities that use biomass in power plants to certify sustainable wood biomass for energy use. Certification starts at the biomass producer, making forest certification no longer the only way to proof sustainability compliance.
Sustainable Biomass Program (SBP)
About the program
The goal of the SBP is to comply with the legal, regulatory and sustainability requirements in the European Union. The SBP framework offers a more holistic approach in its requirements and focuses on the implementation of current developments in society. Special attention is given to social compliance, land use change and biodiversity.
Scope
SBP covers the whole supply chain from forest to consumer. The framework is a mill centralised certification scheme, which differs from forest centralised certification schemes. However, if the sourcing area is already certified, obtaining SBP approval for products is relatively easy.
More information about the SBP program
How you benefit
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By obtaining SBP certification you are assured of market access to the European Union. This certification also assures compliance with harvest legality, required by the EU Timber Regulation
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Control Union Certifications is highly experienced in auditing for sustainable biomass standards and we have been the only certifying body for the Green Global standards for many years. We can provide the necessary support to improve your business so that it is compliant with the SBP standard
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