We work with businesses on all aspects of their sustainability journey
As a non-profit organisation, we are dedicated to helping the transition to sustainable practices for businesses and land manager
We can help you measure your impact through our 360° approach to sustainability
Whether you are a small-scale forester, farmer or global manufacturer sourcing commodities worldwide, the Preferred by Nature Certification offers a foundation for sustainability.
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We offer certification services under these well-recognised schemes
Join the fight against deforestation and climate change by adopting responsible business practices and getting certified against one or more of these certification programmes.
Our tailored services give companies the support, tools, and data they need to meet their sustainability goals
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Our impact:
In 2023, alongside our partners, we ensured the well-being, human rights and cultural heritage of approximately 880,000 farmers, foresteres and related workers were respected
Our impact:
Together with our partners, we safeguarded over 31.9 million hectares of forest and agricultural land from degradation and conversion in 2023
Our impact:
In 2023 our verifications efforts extended to over 5500+ companies across 100 countries, ensureing the responsible management of lands and supply chains
Our impact:
Through 2023, in collaborationwith our partners, we ensured that more than 9 million hectares of forest land was set aside for conservation purposes
Our impact:
Together with our partners, we have successfully reduced over 30,000 tonnes of CO2e emissions through carbon footprint management of business operations.
Our impact:
Our joint efforts with partners resulted in the verification of responsible ecosystems restoration practices on over 54,000 hectares of degraded land
Our training programme delivers high quality courses on certification schemes and sustainability topics
We have organised and delivered training for thousands of public and corporate sector stakeholders within the scope of our own training programmes, in the framework of projects, and on request.
We want to inspire, motivate, build passion and competence for a sustainable future.
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Our experts are ready to support you on your sustainability journey.
We support businesses and affected stakeholders in complying with the EUDR
Since the proposal for this regulation was announced in November 2021, Preferred by Nature has been following the development process closely. Backed by our years of experience in timber legality and working with a range of commodities in relation to sustainable sourcing and production, we are improving and updating our range of due diligence tools and other resources to support businesses and affected stakeholders in complying with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).
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Need help deciding where to source sustainable ingredients?
Get up-to-date information about regulations and the latest risk assessments for the country of your interest.
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Knowledge hub: Sharing is caring
We share our knowledge, know-how and years of experience freely with everyone who wishes to make an impact. Visit our knowledge hub to discover articles, studies, and seminars - and feel free to share!
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Projects that make a difference
Smarter methods, greater impact - for people, nature and climate. Learn more about our sustainable projects.
Current projects
Maliau Basin’s next decade: A strategic plan for Ecosystem Restoration Excellence
This decade-long strategic plan will restore degraded forest areas, strengthen ecological corridors, and establish Maliau Basin as...
Rokan Hulu Landscape and Livelihoods Initiative, Indonesia
Indonesia leads global palm oil production, supplying 60% of the market with 16.8 million hectares of plantations. Despite subopti...
RIA: Joining efforts in a Risk Information Alliance
Risk information is all about compiling and synthesising information about the conditions of production of agricultural and forest...
Developing legal frameworks and due diligence guidelines for cocoa production in West and Centr...
Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana and Cameroun are key countries producing global cocoa. Cocoa is the country's main cash crop in Côte d’Ivoire...