Regional risk assessments and analysis of other documentation

According to the legislation and the Danish Energy Agency’s guidelines, certain certification schemes can document compliance with sustainability requirements for specific biomass types. However, certification is not mandatory if compliance with relevant legal requirements can be otherwise documented.

Preferred by Nature has conducted analyses forming the basis for verifying biomass not covered by recognised certifications.

Forest Biomass and Industrial Residual Wood from Sweden

The analysis covers the biomass categories Forest Biomass and Industrial Residual Wood for biomass harvested in Sweden. It assesses whether biomass not covered by a recognised certification scheme meets the relevant Danish legal requirements. This includes determining if FSC Controlled Wood certified biomass from Sweden meets the necessary Danish legal requirements.

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Non-forest biomass from Schleswig- Holstein

The analysis pertains to Non-forest biomass originating from Schleswig-Holstein. As of March 2023, the Danish Energy Agency does not have recognised certification schemes for this biomass type. The analysis evaluates whether the management of non-forest areas in the region is covered by legislation that sufficiently ensures compliance with relevant Danish legal requirements for this biomass type.

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Residual wood from Agricultural land of Spanish origin

The analysis covers Residual Wood biomass originating from agricultural land in Spain. It includes biomass not covered by a recognised certification scheme. The analysis assesses whether the production of this type of biomass is carried out with sufficient certainty to meet the relevant Danish legal requirements.

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Certification of biomass producers and distributors

Preferred by Nature offers certification and verification of biomass producers and distributors to demonstrate compliance with legal requirements. Certification can be against internationally recognized standards such as the Sustainable Biomass Program (SBP), Forest Stewardship Council™ (FSC™) and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC).

In addition, we offer certification/verification of biomass producers according to Preferred by Nature’s Standard for Biomass Producers. The standard is adapted to the Danish legislation and includes legal requirements for wood-based biomass types.

If you are interested in verification as a biomass producer and would like to receive an offer from us, please complete this form.

Preferred by Nature Standard for Biomass Producers

Preferred by Nature’s Standard for Biomass Producers is a set of requirements that helps ensure that biomass is produced in a sustainable way.

The Standard covers everything from the sourcing of the biomass to its transportation and use. It is based on the following principles:

• Sustainability: Biomass should be produced in a way that does not harm the environment or human health.

   

• Legality: Biomass should be produced in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

   

• Transparency: Biomass producers should be transparent about their operations and the sources of their biomass. 

   

• Traceability: Biomass should be traceable from the forest to the point of use.

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