Marine energy solutions provider Baseblue receives ISCC EU certification for biofuels

Marine energy solutions provider Baseblue on Wednesday (5 July) announced it has achieved the prestigious certification of ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification EU.

“With this certification, we can proudly verify our compliance with legal requirements for sustainability and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions savings criteria for sustainable fuels as outlined in the Renewable Energy Directive (RED II) for all European Union member states,” it said in a statement on its social media. 

The firms added the ISCC EU certification covers a wide range of raw materials and fuels specified in RED II, including agricultural and forest biomass, waste and residues, lignocellulosic and non-food cellulosic materials for biofuel production, as well as advanced biofuels and biogas for transport. Additionally, it encompasses biofuels, bioliquids, and biomass fuels with a low or high risk of indirect land-use change (iLUC).

“Moreover, the ISCC extends beyond the legal requirements of RED II by incorporating additional ecological and social criteria, ensuring that our practices are aligned with the highest sustainability standards,” the firm said. 

“The ISCC EU has gained recognition not only from the European Commission but also from the United Kingdom, where it fulfils the requirements of the renewable transport fuel obligation (RTFO).”

“Additionally, it is recognised under the biofuel mandate of the Japanese government and adheres to the Liquid Fuel Supply Regulation of Queensland, Australia. These acknowledgements highlight the international recognition and credibility of ISCC EU as a robust and respected certification scheme.”

In February, Manifold Times previously reported marine fuel supply companies BMS United Bunkers, Bunkernet, and SBI bunkering BV announcing they entered into a definitive merger agreement to create Baseblue, a marine energy solutions brand.

This merger of equals will result in a larger and financially more reliable company that can offer complete and dependable marine energy solutions to a broader clientele. Baseblue will offer a wider range of services, including alternative bunker fuels, emissions trading, and digital optimisation.

Related: BMS United, Bunkernet, and SBI merge to form Baseblue

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Published: 6 July, 2023