ISCC Association established with 13 members
2010
We are the International Sustainability & Carbon Certification.
With over 16 years of experience, we represent a world leading certification system that supports the credibility of transparent and sustainable supply chains for an optimistic and climate-friendly future.
Through science-based standards and rigorous certification, we help companies meet legal requirements and voluntary targets, while also driving meaningful environmental and social change.
Behind every certificate is a collective effort to protect our climate and preserve resources for future generations.
For a deforestation-free future
Protection of land with high biodiversity value or high-carbon stock
Environmentally responsible production to protect soil, water, and air
Safe working conditions
Compliance with human and labour rights and responsible community relations
Compliance with land rights, laws and international treaties
Good management practices and continuous improvement
As interest in sustainability grows, you may want to better understand the impact of the products you buy. ISCC on-product logos and verified claims increase transparency by showing that key materials and processes have been ISCC-certified. Explore our logos, product examples and background information.
For a more sustainable future
Meaningful sustainability progress cannot happen in a vacuum. It must be a collaborative effort, and work toward shared goals. We support the UN Global Compact and Sustainable Development Goals by setting sustainability standards for farms and plantations and encouraging the use of waste and recycled materials.
Tracking 16 years of progress
Explore the journey of ISCC through our timeline. It showcases the key milestones, developments, and achievements that have shaped our system and driven our mission to support sustainable supply chains.
ISCC Association established with 13 members
2010
ISCC EU becomes one of the first voluntary schemes recognised by the EC
2011
First General Assembly held in Brussels
2011
ISCC PLUS launched
2014
ISCC compliant with SAI silver level
2016
ISCC recognised as a certification standard for biofuels in Queensland (Australia)
2017
Japan’s government recognises ISCC for biofuels imports
2018
ICAO recognises ISCC CORSIA
2020
METI recognises ISCC Japan FIT
2022
Partnership launched with Climate Pledge Friendly Programme
2023
ISCC Credit Transfer System launched
2024
EC recognises ISCC EU for RFNBOs, RCFs & Forest Biomass
2024
ISCC Association reaches 300+ members
2025
EC recognises ISCC EU under RED III
2025
Markets
Our certifications cover a broad range of markets, including regulatory obligations and voluntary sustainability standards.