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Preferred by Nature Certification Training

Discover auditing aspects or become a Preferred by Nature Certification auditor 

Built on decades of experience mapping supply chains, working with land managers, and assessing risks worldwide, the Preferred by Nature Certification embodies our expertise. A cornerstone of this Certification is the Sustainability Framework, which, while universal, derives its strength from adaptability.

Through a risk-based approach, we provide certification to companies and land managers of all types. Drawing from existing international sustainability schemes, the Preferred by Nature Certification aligns with relevant aspects of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).

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Our external training programme on the Preferred by Nature Certification is under development. If you would like to express your interest, please contact us at training@preferredbynature.org.

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What you will learn

Here are some benefits you can gain from this programme:

  1. Gain in-depth knowledge of the Sustainability Framework: Understand core principles and explore the risk-based approach’s application across various sectors. 
  2. Develop proficiency in key sustainability topics: Deepen your understanding of critical sustainability issues such as deforestation, climate change and social responsibility.
  3. Master the auditing process: Secure insights into data collection techniques, risk assessment methodologies and non-conformance identification. 
  4. Understand EUDR requirements: Learn how the Preferred by Nature Certification facilitates compliance and how to conduct audits tailored to EUDR alignment. 

Unleash your potential as a sustainability changemaker 

The Preferred by Nature Certification training programme empowers you to become a leader in driving positive change. Whether you aspire to become a certified auditor or simply seek to deepen your understanding of sustainable practices, this programme offers valuable knowledge for everyone.

  • Earn the Preferred by Nature certification: By becoming a certified auditor, you gain expertise to assess and guide companies towards more sustainable practices. 
  • Guide your organisation towards sustainability: Evaluate your organisation’s current sustainability practices, identify areas for improvement, and drive towards a more sustainable future by implementing the framework’s principles.
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Synopsis of Changes v1.4 to v1.5 MAR25
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Synopsis of changes in the Sustainability Framework v1.5
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The updates made to the Sustainability Framework are limited to indicators related to EUDR alignment in Version 1.4; the sustainability indicators remain unchanged. The purpose of...

The updates made to the Sustainability Framework are limited to indicators related to EUDR alignment in Version 1.4; the sustainability indicators remain unchanged. The purpose of...

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Join the consultation! The purpose of this standard is to serve as an add-on for Closer-to-Nature Forest Management in conjunction with FSC, PEFC, and PBN certifications. The fir...

Join the consultation! The purpose of this standard is to serve as an add-on for Closer-to-Nature Forest Management in conjunction with FSC, PEFC, and PBN certifications. The fir...

PBN-13 EUDR-aligned Indicators v1.5 MAR25
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To address the EUDR requirements, for agricultural commodities and wood products respectively, we have benchmarked the 157 indicators included in our Sustainability Framework with...

To address the EUDR requirements, for agricultural commodities and wood products respectively, we have benchmarked the 157 indicators included in our Sustainability Framework with...

PBN-01 Sustainability Framework v1.5 MAR25
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The Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework has been revised to provide a single framework for defining and benchmarking sustainability that can be used across different comm...

The Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework has been revised to provide a single framework for defining and benchmarking sustainability that can be used across different comm...

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