Biomass and biofuels
Biomass and biofuels industry
Verify the quantity and quality of a wide range of biomass
Bioenergy refers to heat, electricity, or gas produced from organic materials, including wastes and residues, collectively known as biomass. It is a form of renewable fuel. This energy can be generated by burning, fermenting or gasifying biomass. Bioenergy is used as green energy or fuel to generate green energy.
Control Union has been actively servicing the bio-based energy business since the first introduction of biomass and biofuels as replacement for fossil fuels. We have built long-term relationships with all parties in the supply chain, including the Grain and Feed Trade Association (Gafta).
Services for this industry
How can we help you?
For the biomass and biofuels industry, we provide various services on different levels. Read more about our offering here and simply select from the services overview below. Of course, we also offer tailor-made solutions if necessary.
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.
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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GGL – Green Gold Label
The Green Gold Label scheme is designed to provide assurances that sourced biomass products are from a sustainable source. Control Union Certifications BV is accredited by RVA for this scheme under registration nr. RvA-C412 Products.
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GRS – Global Recycled Standard
The GRS is an international, voluntary, full product standard that sets requirements for third-party certification of recycled content, chain of custody, social and environmental practices and chemical restrictions. Control Union Certifications BV is accredited by SLAB for this scheme under registration nr. CP 004-01. CU Inspections & Certifications India Pvt Ltd is accredited by IOAS for the scope of product certification. Contract Number: 81.
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Filter services:
Commodity inspections
Crop monitoring
Draft survey
Full Outturn Guarantee (FOG)
Hold and hatch inspection
Laboratory services
Load compartment inspections
Pest control
Representation port loading and discharge
Sampling and sealing
Stock monitoring and measurement (SMA)
Stock monitoring and measurement
Temperature monitoring (TEMO)
