ISCC - International Sustainability and Carbon Certification

The International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) System is an independent, multi-stakeholder initiative dedicated to promoting sustainable, fully traceable, and deforestation-free supply chains. Here are the core aspects of the ISCC System summarized:

The ISCC System offers comprehensive certification for all types of sustainable raw materials, including agricultural and forestry biomass, biogenic waste and residues, non-biological renewable materials, and recycled carbon-based materials. This certification covers various markets, including the food, chemical, packaging, textile, and renewable energy industries[2][4][5].

The main mission of the ISCC System is to serve as a tool through certification to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and establish sustainable production with fully traceable supply chains from source to end consumer. ISCC advocates for a world where biomass and other raw materials are produced in an environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable manner. The values of the ISCC System are based on adherence to six fundamental principles, which include the protection of natural areas, good agricultural and forestry practices, safe working conditions, respect for human rights and land rights, and good management practices[2][4].

The ISCC System is strongly committed to promoting sustainable land use and protecting the natural biosphere. It supports companies in acting responsibly and avoiding environmentally harmful processes. The certification helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions, ensures sustainable land use, and guarantees social sustainability. ISCC is also working on the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the UN Global Compact[2][4][5].

The certification process at ISCC involves several steps, including registration, implementation of a quality management system, and audits by recognized third parties. Companies that meet the requirements receive a certificate that confirms their sustainability performance and grants them the right to use the ISCC logo[1][5].

ISCC is a globally applicable certification system with over 9,000 valid certificates in more than 130 countries. It is governed by an association with over 250 members, including research institutes, NGOs, industry representatives, and the public sector. This broad membership ensures continuous improvement and adaptation of the certification system to current challenges[2][4].

Thus, the ISCC System is a leading standard for environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable production and supply chains, helping companies demonstrate their sustainability performance transparently and credibly.

• 1 - https://www.dqsglobal.com/en-us/certify/iscc-plus-certification
• 2 - https://www.iscc-system.org/about/who-we-are/
• 3 - https://www.iscc-system.org/about/
• 4 - https://www.iscc-system.org
• 5 - https://de.bmcertification.com/iscc-internationale-nachhaltigkeits-und-kohlenstoffzertifizierung/