ISCC and the Chain of Custody
Neste artigo vamos expor os métodos e requerimentos gerais que permitem auditar a Cadeia de Custódia, no âmbito do documento ISCC EU 203 Rastreabilidade e Cadeia de Custódia. Requisitos e Metodologias De acordo com a RED II, os operadores económicos devem demonstrar que os critérios de sustentabilidade e de redução de emissões de gases com […]
ISCC System – Sustainable Supply Chains
In this article we will explore the ISCC system, a part of your story, your goals, provide an overview of your carbon footprint program and solutions for sustainable supply chains. História do ISCC A história do ISCC começou em 2006 with a multisectoral dialogue that brought together more than 250 partes interessadas globais […]
GHG Protocol and the GHG Project – Part 2
In this article, let's explore some more concepts of the process involved in a GHG Project, the concept of ESG within organizations and also an overview of ISO 14065 e 14066 that complement the GHG Protocol. Os conceitos de Nível de Confiança e Materialidade O nível de confiança é o grau de credibilidade que os […]
GHG Protocol, the GHG Project and ISO Standards
In this article we will explore a little the framework of standards that guide the GHG Protocol and the GHG Project, giving a panel on ISO standards and how they create a regulatory ecosystem that helps and guides Inventory Organizations, Verification and Accreditation Bodies. What is ABNT ISO […]
GHG Protocol – Ciclo 2024 and the Carbon Inventory
In this article we will briefly talk about the training present in the Cycle 2024 from FGV – EAESP and we will give more details about Carbon Inventories, your specifications, points of attention and challenges. We will also talk about its execution principles and the classification of inventories, depending on its complexity. FGV EAESP and training in this area The Center […]
RSB Principles and Criteria V4 Part 2
The five-year review of the RSB published in 19 december 2023 brought updates of principles and criteria in accordance with Good Practices adopted by NGOs, Business, regulatory agencies and updated standards followed around the world, as defined in the scope of the document transcribed below: “A Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) is an organization […]
Principles and Criteria of the RSB Version 4
A RSB (Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials), initiative that brings together more than 130 industry leaders, environmental organizations, civil society, academic institutions and government bodies other than the UN, now set in 16/11/2023 revisions to the Principles and Criteria (P&C) from RSB version 4 (published in final version on the date of 19/12/2023). About RSB RSB […]
Unlocking Opportunities: Carbon credit market
Let's explore a crucial topic in combating climate change: the perspectives of the carbon credits market. In this article, we will provide an in-depth understanding of carbon credits and their importance in the fight against climate change. Let's explore how this market works, who are the main players, the benefits and challenges of participating […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
EU RED II and Socio-environmental Certifications
Some environmental certification standards comply with the European Directive and are adapting to the new certification approach for Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBO). Some of the standards that can be cited are Bonsucro, ISCC, RSPO and RSB, that including, with the exception of RSPO, were discussed previously on the biO3 blog in exclusive texts, […]
European Biofuels Directive – I RED II
Approved by the European Parliament, the new Renewable Energy Directive (RED II), It is a document that establishes a goal of 32% of energy from renewable sources in the European Union to 2030. The Commission's original proposal did not include a transport target, that was introduced by lawmakers in the final agreement: Member States must demand […]
ELO program, Bonsucro and comparison between sustainable production standards
Recently the SAI platform (Sustainable Agriculture Initiative Platform) officially recognized the ELO Program, one of the current standards of sustainable production, from Raízen, integrated energy company, internationally validating the company's commitment to a socially fair and environmentally correct production model. created in 2014, the ELO Program is an unprecedented voluntary initiative in the chain […]
Carbon credit, from its origin to its actuality.
The carbon credit is the currency used in the carbon market, working so that Emissions Trading helps in negotiations between countries that have exceeded their targets and countries that have not managed to reach them proposed in the Kyoto Protocol and the Paris Agreement. By indirectly helping to maintain the reduction project and […]
the binomial, forest and soil water maintenance
Forests and maintenance of water in the soil According to the Brazilian Constitution, in the article 20, item III, Forests and the maintenance of water in the soil: Forests and the maintenance of water in the soil, Forests and the maintenance of water in the soil, Forests and the maintenance of water in the soil, Forests and the maintenance of water in the soil, or extend to territory […]
The world scene at Rio+30
The Market Analysis Institute designs discussions on production, consumption and lifestyle. Supported by research, analyzes of current trends and studies presented during Rio+20, the Institute projects an overview of the discussions on production, consumption and lifestyle in the next decade for the world. Let's imagine it wasn't just three months. But, sim, 10 […]
Biogas and natural gas: how they fit into the Novo Mercado? And how can they strengthen?
First of all, it must be said that we are often asked about this relationship and that is why we decided to explore this subject further.. it must be said that we are often asked about this relationship and that is why we decided to explore this subject further., it comes in an increasing popularization. In contrast, Private companies and the Federal Government are starting to give more […]
Public consultation for the Bonsucro Production Standard is open
Bonsucro is a worldwide non-profit organization, formed by a team of multi-stakeholders and aims to reduce the environmental and social impacts of sugarcane production, also taking into account the need for economic viability. For a product or process to be linked to Bonsucro, it must be certified by an organization […]
B3 opens its OTC platform for registration and trading of carbon credits in the fuel sector
Since the day 27 of April, the registration and trading system of Decarbonization Credits (CBio) can already be accessed by market agents on the platform operated by B3. Thereby, all steps have been completed to initiate the National Biofuels Policy (RenovaBio), which came into force on 24 december 2019 […]
With offshore wind turbines, Brazil can become active in the race for clean energy
Wind energy is one of the most studied topics in the renewable energy ecosystem. In the last decades, the focus was on various aspects of onshore wind turbine modeling and analysis.. Especially not Brazil, wind energy has a huge potential that has been researched in recent studies. Led by Professor Alexandre Simos, do […]
Bento Gonçalves will transform collected organic waste into energy
Expected for the first half of this year, the transformation of organic waste into energy in Bento Gonçalves should take place at the beginning of 2020. The start of activities depends on the choice, by bidding, a company qualified for the service and a period for the construction of a waste treatment and disposal plant. […]
Solar roofs could surpass Brazil's total energy production
The use of solar panels on house roofs has been shown to be a growing trend. According to data from the Brazilian Association of Photovoltaic Solar Energy (ABSOLAR), Brazil would be a great candidate for solar roofs that could easily surpass Brazil's total electricity generation. Only in the residential segment, the technical potential of generation […]
RenovaBio: because the program is so interesting?
Encourage the biofuels sector, meet the goals of the Paris Agreement and ensure predictability, to her 13576/2017 creates the National Biofuels Policy, also called RenovaBio. This new policy helps define a strategy to ensure the strategic role of biofuels, especially when talking about energy security and reducing emissions […]