Biofuel and biomass

Bioenergy is heat, electricity or gas produced from organic material, or also known as biomass. It is a form of renewable energy. This energy can be generated by burning, fermenting or gasifying biomass. Bioenergy is used as green energy or fuel to generate green energy.

ENplus® scheme
European Renewable Energy Directive

Produced in a sustainable manner

Biofuels, bioliquids and solid biomass should always be produced in a sustainable manner, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gases.

The European Renewable Energy Directive, established a regulatory framework for the promotion of the use of energy from renewable sources and sets that the biomass used for biofuel or bioenergy must be produced in a sustainable manner and be monitored through independent verification.

Reducing climate change

The global commitment to reducing climate change means that legislation is changing constantly. Our international Biofuel & Biomass team keeps track of these changes and can support you find the right schemes to comply with the current and future needs in your supply chain.

Biomass & Biofuel
National legislation

Broad range of certifications

Control Union has built up long-term relationships with all parties in the bio-based commodities supply chain and offers a broad range of biofuel and biomass certifications.

Most of these are based on directives or national legislation existing in Europe and the USA.

Related certifications programs

All related programs
ISCC - Certified Biomass and Bioenergy

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.

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UER - Upstream Emission Reduction Verification

UER – Upstream Emission Reduction Verification

Following the EU Fuel Quality Directive (FQD), fuel suppliers in Europe are obliged to reduce the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of transport fuels by six percent in 2020, compared to the baseline of 2010. As an ISO 14065 accredited validation and verification body, Control Union Certifications Germany GmbH is recognised by the DEHst (Deutsche Emissionshandelsstelle) to execute validation and verification of UER projects.

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REDcert - Biomass for Energy

REDcert – Biomass for Energy

REDcert EU has originally been developed as one of the first voluntary schemes based on the European Renewable Energy Directive (RED). REDcert’s main focus is on European supply chains. This means that REDcert EU is mainly limited to application within European member states.

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All related programs

Our certification services

Control Union delivers quality inspections for asset owners globally, with local knowledge for uniform and consistent services. Efficient planning and clear reporting are key.

Administrative checks

Administrative checks

Transaction certificates, invoice declarations, incoming and outgoing goods, mass balance, segregation, supplier assessments and internal assessments, all require administrative checks.
Ballast water systems

Ballast water systems

Control Union Certifications is a US Coast Guard-accepted Independent Laboratory (IL) for testing of BWMS in accordance with 46 CFR 162.060.
Due diligence

Due diligence

Several governments have implemented regulations, forcing importers to have a Due Diligence System (DDS) in place. Control Union Certifications has the knowledge and network to support companies with the implementation.
FSMA readiness

FSMA readiness

Control Union can assist your business in achieving and maintaining regulatory compliance with the US Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).
Reporting, tracking and tracing

Reporting, tracking and tracing

Control Union Certifications registers all relevant data during a certification process, including the name of employee involved as well as the process behind any decision that was made.
Sampling and sealing

Sampling and sealing

Control Union can take samples and securely seal them in such a way that they cannot become contaminated with other substances that could influence the results of any laboratory analysis.
Supply auditing

Supply auditing

Control Union Certifications has a large network of auditors around the world, who are familiar with the production/processing requirements in the country of origin.
Training and development

Training and development

Control Union Academy offers training, webinars, offline and online sessions to support you in your certification updates. Stay informed and up to date.
Agriculture farming

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Are you looking for a certain service, do you have any questions or do you want to apply for the certification program? Let us know. We’re glad to be of help.

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