Sustainability certification

ISCC - Sustainability certification

The International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) is one of the world's most recognized certification systems for sustainability and greenhouse gas emissions. It offers an independent, internationally valid standard for verifying sustainability requirements - for biogas, biomass and a variety of other energy sources and raw materials.

ISCC certification is a key instrument for biogas plants: it provides credible and verifiable proof that products and processes meet the requirements of the EU Renewable Energy Directive (RED III) - and actively promotes the transition to a low-carbon economy.

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Sustainability certification

Why ISCC certification?

Internationally recognized, broad-based - ISCC certification is the first choice for companies with global aspirations and diverse raw material flows.

Whether you produce, transport, process or market biomass: ISCC certification is required by law in numerous areas and is also a tangible competitive advantage.

Internationally recognized - valid standard in Europe and worldwide, established in over 100 countries
Entire value chain - seamless verification from raw material production, processing and transportation through to energy use
RED III conformity - reliable proof of compliance with all current EU sustainability requirements
Market access & credibility - prerequisite for trading in biomethane, bio-LPG, biofuels, HVO and SAF
Eligibility - basis for access to state compensation, feed-in regulations and biofuel quotas
Transparent mass balance system - seamless documentation and traceability of material flows along the supply chain
Proof of GHG reduction - proof of greenhouse gas savings in accordance with the requirements of RED III
Broadest raw material scope - the only system that also covers hydrogen, e-fuels, recycled raw materials and industrial residues (ISCC PLUS)
Social criteria - proof of minimum social standards along the supply chain (ISCC PLUS)

“One less worry with agriportance.”

“WE WILL CONTINUE TO RELY ON AGRIPORTANCE’S SERVICES AND SOFTWARE IN THE FUTURE, AS THEY SIGNIFICANTLY SIMPLIFY THE COLLECTION OF THE REQUIRED DATA.”

Nicolas Marx

Operator of the facilities in Schillingen

MARX & WAHLEN AGRAR GMBH & CO. KG

“With agriportance, we have a reliable partner by our side.”

"WITH THE SOFTWARE FROM AGRIPORTANCE, WE CAN NOW PREPARE AND TRANSMIT OUR GREENHOUSE GAS AND MASS BALANCES QUICKLY, EFFICIENTLY, AND DIGITALLY."

Carsten Hövermann

Managing Director

Bioenergie Gellersen GmbH & Co. KG

“agriportance has been supporting us in all matters relating to the biomethane market since 2022.”

"AGRIPORTANCE IS A RELIABLE PARTNER FOR US IN BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE AND COMPLIANT BIOMETHANE PORTFOLIO."

Markus Bosch

“Head of Strategy, Energy and New Media”

SKW Stickstoffwerke Piesteritz GmbH

“The collaboration has been consistently positive and characterized by a high level of professional expertise.”

"EFFICIENT, COMPETENT AND PERSONAL – WORKING WITH AGRIPORTANCE IS TRULY CONVINCING."

Manfred Gius

CEO

Biogas Wipptal GmbH

Sustainability certification

What is ISCC - and how does it differ from REDcert and SURE?

ISCC was founded in 2010 and is now the scheme with the broadest global scope. Compared to REDcert (German market focus) and SURE (European standardization approach), ISCC covers the widest range of commodities, products and markets.

It is particularly suitable for companies that:

are internationally active and require a globally recognized sustainability certificate
need to certify hydrogen, HVO, SAF, e-fuels or recycled raw materials in addition to conventional biomass
want to demonstrate social sustainability criteria along their supply chain (ISCC PLUS)
serve the aviation sector and require SAF certification in accordance with ISCC Corsia

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For whom is ISCC relevant?

ISCC is aimed at all players along the bioenergy and raw materials value chain:

Agricultural and forestry businesses - Producers of biomass raw materials
Biogas plants & biomass conversion plants - operators who have to prove their sustainability status
Collection and processing points - for biomass, waste and residual materials
Suppliers, traders & dealers - who document and pass on sustainable material flows internationally
Fuel producers & traders - for biofuels, HVO, bio-LPG and SAF
Energy suppliers and grid operators - who feed in electricity or heat from certified biomass
Hydrogen and e-fuel producers - for proof of green origin

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We accompany you - step by step to certification

With agriportance, you can master the ISCC process efficiently, practically and without unnecessary effort.

Our range of services:

Initial analysis & gap assessment - where does your business stand today, what is still missing for certification?
Documentation & registration - structured preparation of all necessary documents
Audit support - expert support during the certification audit
GHG balancing - individual calculation of your greenhouse gas balance on request
Audit manual - structured preparation and documentation for your certification body
Follow-up & recertification - we keep an eye on deadlines and updates for you

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Do you need advice?

Secure your ISCC certification with a partner who understands your industry. Whether it's an initial information meeting, a specific project inquiry or direct preparation for certification - use the form to get in touch with us. We will get back to you promptly and discuss the next steps together.

General

agriportance is a specialized platform for biomethane and LCO₂ and offers sustainable product solutions. We support companies along the entire biomethane value chain – from brokerage and certifications to GHG and mass balance calculations as well as training and consulting. All services are coordinated and available from a single source.
Our services are aimed at companies along the entire biomethane value chain – including biogas plant operators, gas network operators, energy suppliers, industrial companies, traders, as well as companies that want to reduce their GHG emissions, procure biomethane and LCO₂, or implement sustainable product solutions.
Yes. Our services are scalable and tailored individually to the requirements and resources of your company – regardless of company size.

Brokerage of biomethane and LCO₂

We connect producers, traders and buyers of biomethane and LCO₂ and support the entire brokerage process – from initial contact and contract structuring to successful completion.
After an initial needs analysis, we identify suitable suppliers from our network, support negotiations and assist with contractual arrangements. This gives you access to certified biomethane that meets your requirements.
LCO₂ (liquefied CO₂) is produced as a by-product during biogas upgrading and can be used industrially – for example in the food industry, agriculture or technology. The use of LCO₂ contributes to resource efficiency and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

GHG accounting

A greenhouse gas balance (GHG balance) records and evaluates all climate-relevant emissions along a process or product – from production to use. It is often a prerequisite for certifications and regulatory compliance.
A GHG balance is required, among other things, if you want to market biomethane as a renewable fuel, pursue sustainability certifications or provide proof within the framework of the European Renewable Energy Directive (RED II / RED III).
Our GHG calculations are based on the current regulatory requirements of RED III as well as the specifications of the relevant certification systems (REDcert², ISCC, SURE). We document all calculations in a transparent and audit-proof manner.

Sustainability certifications

We support certifications according to the three leading systems in Germany and Europe:
- REDcert – for biomass and biofuels
- ISCC (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) – internationally recognized, for various feedstocks and supply chains
- SURE (Sustainable Resources Verification Scheme) – recognized for biofuels and biomass under RED II / RED III
A certification proves that your products or processes meet legal sustainability requirements. It is often a prerequisite for marketing biomethane as a fuel, for accessing funding programs and for counting towards national greenhouse gas reduction quotas.
A gap assessment is a preliminary analysis in which we compare your company’s current status with the requirements of the respective certification system. This allows gaps to be identified early and closed in a targeted manner before the official audit takes place.
The duration depends on your company’s initial situation, the chosen certification system and the certification body. Experience shows that you should plan three to six months for an initial certification. We ensure through structured preparation that the process is as efficient as possible.
We also support you during annual surveillance and recertification – including documentation maintenance, preparation for follow-up audits and ongoing communication with the certification body.

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Mass balancing

Mass balancing is a method for tracking material flows – for example biomethane within a gas network. It ensures that the sustainability characteristics of a product can be documented and transferred along the supply chain without having to physically track quantities directly.
Yes. For the marketing of biomethane as a fuel and for eligibility for greenhouse gas quota accounting, a compliant mass balance according to RED III or the respective certification systems is mandatory.
Yes. We take care of the complete setup, maintenance and documentation of your mass balance system – audit-proof and ready at any time.

Training and consulting

We offer practical training on the following topics:
- fundamentals and functioning of biomethane
- sustainability certifications (REDcert², ISCC, SURE)
- greenhouse gas accounting and mass balancing
- regulatory requirements (RED III, BImSchG, GEG)
- internal audits and certification preparation
Our trainings are aimed at specialists and managers in the fields of energy, sustainability, compliance and procurement – both beginners and experienced professionals who want to update their knowledge.
Yes. In addition to our standard trainings, we provide individual consulting – for example in developing a biomethane strategy, optimizing existing processes or preparing for regulatory changes.
We offer both – digital formats (webinars, online workshops) as well as on-site events at your location or at our premises.

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Collaboration and contact

The collaboration begins with a free initial consultation in which we analyze your needs and jointly define the appropriate scope of services. You will then receive an individual offer. Operational collaboration takes place with dedicated contacts, clear processes and transparent communication.
We can usually start at short notice. Simply contact us – we will get back to you within 24 hours.
You can reach us via the contact form on our website, by email or by phone. All contact details can be found on our contact page.

ISCC - Sustainability certification

Why ISCC certification?

What is ISCC - and how does it differ from REDcert and SURE?

For whom is ISCC relevant?

We accompany you - step by step to certification

Do you need advice?

How can we help you?

General

Brokerage of biomethane and LCO₂

GHG accounting

Sustainability certifications

Mass balancing

Training and consulting

Collaboration and contact