SURE – Sustainable Resources Verification Scheme
SURE (Sustainable Resources Verification Scheme) is a voluntary system for the bioenergy sector. It demonstrates compliance with the EU Renewable Energy Directive (RED II) for solid and gaseous biofuels. This scheme is for producers, processors, and traders of biomass. Control Union provides global assessment and verification services for the SURE standard.
What is SURE?
The SURE scheme was developed to address the EU Renewable Energy Directive (RED II), which extended sustainability criteria to solid and gaseous bioenergy. Verification enables organisations to demonstrate compliance with the directive, securing market access across all member states and satisfying customer requirements. Control Union offers an efficient pathway to verifications, with a global presence and the ability to combine audits with other biomass programmes.
Why choose Control Union as your verification partner?
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Global and local customer-focused employees with broad knowledge and years of (practical) experience. We guide you through the changing world of verifications and certifications.
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We conduct audits and verifications with a human touch. We enjoy contributing ideas on how to take your company to the next level and communicate clearly about the verification process.
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Control Union understands the importance of acting quickly, which is why our auditors will visit you for the audit as soon as possible after your request, always in consultation with you, of course.
Features of SURE
EU market compliance
Demonstrate compliance with the RED II requirements, which are mandatory for market access across all EU member states.
Comprehensive scope
Covers agricultural and forestry raw materials, biogenic waste, and residues throughout the entire supply chain.
Full supply chain integrity
Applies to all economic operators, including biomass producers and processors, as well as traders of biofuels and energy.
Demonstrable sustainability
Provide credible assurance to customers that the sustainable biomass used meets official sustainability criteria.
Global verification partner
Benefit from Control Union’s global network and expertise in combined audits for biofuel and biomass programs.
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Global coverage, local knowledge
Control Union provides peace of mind in supply chains worldwide. Thanks to our up-to-date knowledge and experience, we cover all aspects of the supply and value chain in various industries. We think along, communicate clearly and offer concrete solutions. As a ‘one-stop shop’ for international and local certificates and verifactions, we make this process more efficient. Want to know more about our independent, accredited audits and certifications and verifications? Whether you are verifying for the first time or have been around for years, we help!
Years of experience
Offices and labs worldwide in 80 countries
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Independent tailor-made services
What makes you unique, we make demonstrable
Does your organisation have specific certification or audit requirements that are not covered by the certification programmes? For example, developing a new standard? Control Union also provides independent customised services.
