GHG Protocol: Standardization and Strategy in Corporate Emissions Management
Uma análise sobre o papel do GHG Protocol na descarbonização industrial, os desafios dos escopos de emissão e como a biO3 Consultoria auxilia sua empresa na jornada de descarbonização com inventários precisos. O Panorama da Descarbonização no Mercado Global No cenário atual de emergência climática e consolidação das metas ESG, a mensuração da pegada de […]
ISO 14001:2026 – What to expect from the Environmental Management System review
At ISO 14001 It is one of the most used standards in the world for implementing Environmental Management Systems (SGA). Since its last update on 2015, the standard has guided organizations in identifying, control and continuous improvement of its environmental impacts. However, the standard undergoes a new review, with publication scheduled for 2026. The update […]
Bonsucro v7 Certification Protocol: what changes in governance, audits and system credibility
After updates to the Production Standard and Chain of Custody, Bonsucro promoted an in-depth review of the v7 Certification Protocol. Among all regulatory documents, This was the one that presented the most structural changes. The focus is no longer just operational and is now clearly focused on governance, audit consistency […]
Bonsucro Production Standard v5.2.1: What changes in practice for producers and plants
Continuing our analysis of Bonsucro's latest updates, the current focus however is the Production Standard v5.2.1, the technical basis that guides agricultural and industrial practices in the sugarcane chain. The objective is to explain what the version 5.2.1 requires in practice, which adjustments were consolidated and which operational impacts should be […]
Bonsucro Chain of Custody v5.2: what changes in traceability and carbon emissions
Bonsucro Chain of Custody v5.2 (Bonsucro Chain of Custody v5.2) marks an important evolution in the certification of the sugar-energy chain. The update introduces a voluntary module for transmitting GHG emissions intensity data (GHG), expanding the scope of traceability beyond certified volume. The change signals a clear trend: the market […]
RenovaBio in practice: biO3’s role in accelerating certification and strengthening governance
RenovaBio is no longer just a regulatory issue and has become a matter of corporate strategy: operational efficiency, traceability, data integrity and environmental credibility. The program seeks to contribute to climate goals, adequate expansion of biofuels and market predictability, and this requires mature processes and defensible data. In this context, the main difference […]
First Plane Powered by Cooking Oil and Animal Fat Takes Off in London
Towards Aviation Sustainability A historic milestone was established when a Virgin Atlantic plane, filled with used cooking oil, animal fats and other sustainable fuels, took off from London bound for New York. This pioneering journey represents the first time that a commercial aircraft has performed a long-haul flight powered exclusively by […]
The Vital Importance of the Global ESG Reporting Standard adopted by Brazil
A Business Need and Stakeholder Demand Companies face the constant search for the best way to publicize their activities and efforts towards sustainability, rising to the challenge of communicating your progress effectively. At the same time, os stakeholders, especially investors, face obstacles in comparing the results of these companies due to different standards […]
Recognition of RTRS as “Best-in-Class Voluntary Soy Standards System”
RTRS: Recognition for Profundo Study Recognition of RTRS as the main Voluntary Standards System (SVP) soybean production is a significant milestone for the industry. Reviewed by 60 main sustainability criteria, RTRS stood out in several aspects, solidifying its role in promoting a sustainable journey for the soy community. O […]
Regulation of the Carbon Market in Brazil
The Brazilian Senate approved on the day 4/10 the law project 412/2022, marking a significant advance in the regulation of the carbon market in the country. The initiative aims to integrate the voluntary carbon market with the regulated market, establishing criteria and limits for companies and individuals that emit above 10 thousand tons of carbon dioxide […]
Boeing and RSB Identify Opportunities in Sub-Saharan Africa to Develop SAF
RSB and Boeing join forces to boost SAF in Sub-Saharan Africa On the day 13 september 2023, the Round Table on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB), with the support of Boeing, presented a groundbreaking study at the Africa Aviation Summit, highlighting the potential for Sustainable Aviation Fuel production (PURE) and other biomaterials in […]
The role of biO3 in relation to SAF and other Biomaterials and Biofuels
The fuel of the future Sustainable Aviation Fuel (PURE) is gaining prominence in global aviation as a solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Certifications and regulations, as RSB CORSIA, ISCC CORSIA and o “Aviation ReFuelEU”, are crucial to ensuring responsible production and increasing demand for SAF. Brazil, What […]
SAF de Ethanol: Brazil's Trump Card for the Decarbonization of Air Transport
Brazilian Ethanol and the Technological Route to SAF Brazil, as the second largest ethanol producer in the world, has a unique advantage in developing sustainable aviation fuels (PURE). In 2022, the country produced 30,9 billion liters of ethanol, being 29,2 billion liters of hydrated ethanol and 1,7 billion liters […]
SAF is RSB: Two Paths to Aviation Sustainability
Aviation is an important sector of the global economy, but it is also one of the biggest emitters of greenhouse gases (GEE). As discussed in the previously published article, to reduce your emissions, the sector is investing in new technologies, like SAF, o Sustainable Aviation Fuel, or Sustainable Aviation Fuel. SAF is a […]
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (PURE): Towards a More Sustainable Aviation
The aviation industry faces significant challenges when it comes to environmental sustainability. Carbon emissions from flight operations have a considerable impact on the environment. In 2020, civil aviation was responsible for 2,4% of global GHG emissions. To mitigate the environmental impacts of aviation, emissions need to be reduced […]
Non-Agricultural Environmental Sustainability: The Path to Greener Food
The Commitment to Sustainability in Agribusiness Brazilian agribusiness, marked by its notable growth in recent decades, faces growing demand for sustainable production, embracing the principles of ESG pillars (Environment, Social and Governance). In this text, the environmental aspect of this commitment will be addressed, leaving the topics “Social” e “Governance” for future discussions. The current […]
Circular Economy and the Transformative Potential in the Brazilian Sugar-Energy Sector
The circular economy has emerged as an urgent response to the global challenges of finite resources and environmental pollution. It seeks to minimize waste, promote reuse, recycling and rethink the entire life cycle of products. In the context of Brazil, a country that plays a crucial role in the production of biofuels, like ethanol from […]
Occupational Health and Safety Consulting Services (SSO)
The preservation of the health and safety of workers in the work environment is a topic of extreme importance and concern in all sectors of modern society.. Health and Safety at Work (SSO) refers to the set of practices, policies and procedures implemented by organizations to ensure safe and healthy working conditions. The main objective […]
Amazon Summit 2023: an important step towards protecting the forest
The Amazon Summit 2023, held in Belém, no stop, in the days 8 e 9 of August, It was a historic event for the region.. The date, with the participation of heads of state from the eight countries that make up the Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization (FATHER), aimed to discuss the situation […]
Chief Nature Officer (CNO) – Profession of the future or present!
The current planetary crisis is marked by the leading role of nature, intrinsically linked to climate change, influence and loss of biodiversity. Global strategies such as the European Union Deforestation Laws and the COP15 target, who seek to protect 30% from nature to 2030, highlight the importance of incorporating nature at the heart of health decisions […]
Major updates in the Bonsucro Production Standard version 5.2 - Principles 3, 4 e 5
Continuing the work of updating the principles of the Bonsucro Production Standard, we will now present the main updates in the Principles 3, 4 e 5. Principle 3: Manage input efficiency, of production and processing to increase sustainability Updates and requirements reflect growing awareness of the need to act on […]
Major updates in the Bonsucro Production Standard version 5.2
the version 5.2 of the Bonsucro Production Standard was published in July 2023 and includes a number of updates over version 5.1, released on 2022. Changes include an increased focus on biodiversity and ecosystem services, more specific requirements for water management, new requirements for the use of pesticides and […]
OECD Handbook – Due Diligence in Agricultural Supply Chains
After 3 years of hard work, drafts, interviews and consultations with companies, governments, NGOs and others, the launch of the OECD-FAO Business Manual on Deforestation and Due Diligence in Agricultural Supply Chains was announced. The ad was posted by Tomislav Ivančić, Global Consultant, responsible for UN/FAO Agricultural Supply Chains (Organization of Nations […]
Green Cities: Building a Sustainable Future
Until 2030 near 60% of the world's population will be living in urban centers – it is necessary to evaluate and transform these spaces. Cities are the vital centers of modern life, but they are also major consumers of natural resources and responsible for a significant portion of greenhouse gas emissions. Nonetheless, one […]
Plans for Implementing the Global Framework for Biological Diversity
In a historic decision, the Board of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) approved plans to establish an innovative new fund to fund the implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biological Diversity Framework. This fund represents an important milestone in the protection and conservation of biodiversity around the world., aiming […]
Better Biomass Recognition – RED II - European Biofuels Directive
biomass – Concept Biomass is a renewable energy source that plays a significant role in the current energy scenario due to its importance and the impacts it presents. Biomass consists of organic matter, as agricultural waste, forest and animal origin, that can be turned into solid biofuels, liquid or gaseous for […]
The OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises: A Detailed Look at Responsible Business Conduct
The OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises are a set of principles and standards that aim to promote responsible business conduct in a global context.. Since its creation in 1976, the Guidelines have undergone several updates to suit the changing business landscape and emerging challenges. the latest version, adopted […]
Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence: A New Age of Accountability
The adoption of the new EU Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence marks a turning point in corporate governance within the European Union (EU). the directive, based on French laws on duty of care and anti-corruption (Sapin II), establishes comprehensive rules that promote corporate responsibility. The directive applies […]
RenovaBio: The Largest Decarbonization Program in the World
In day 29 from May of 2023 took place at the Federal University of Lavras, at the gym “RenovaBio: The Largest Decarbonization Program in the World”, taught by Professor Dr.. Rafael Perón Castro, G-Oil Tutor- Study Group on Oleaginous Plants, Vegetable Oils, Fats and Biofuels. In this, the entire history and trajectory of use and distribution was passed on […]
CCB Program Biodiversity Indicators and Criteria
The topic of biodiversity addressed in the CCB Standards Version 3.1, is the last of the three pillars of the sustainable development approach, alongside climate and community issues. The document establishes criteria and indicators for assessing biodiversity in development projects and provides guidelines for its conservation and responsible management.. B1. BIODIVERSITY IN […]