From the global efforts on certification of bioenergy towards an integrated approach based on sustainable land use planning (original) (raw)

This paper discusses the urgent need for an integrated approach to biomass certification and sustainable land use planning in the context of the growing bioenergy market. It emphasizes the complexities of biofuel-related food price increases and the necessity for international coordination among various certification initiatives. Several certification frameworks are examined, underscoring the importance of comprehensive audit processes and monitoring systems to ensure sustainability and manage trade impacts comprehensively.