Experts from public institutions, NGOs, and research organisations seeking deeper insight into the ISCC EU certification system and sustainability framework.
Carbon Footprint Certification (CFC) Training
Coursedetails
30 April 2026
Live Online | Additional dates to be announced
Early Bird fee (until 8 weeks ahead): 650 € + VAT
Regular fee: 700 € + VAT
What you willlearn
The general approach
- Gain a clear understanding of the ISCC Carbon Footprint Certification (CFC) approach and its guiding principles.
- Explore the objectives and scope of ISCC CFC to see how it supports sustainable development goals.
Product carbon footprint and life cycle assessment
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of how to evaluate and reduce the environmental impact of products through Life Cycle Impact Assessment.
- Learn the fundamentals of Life Cycle Inventory and its role in environmental analysis.
- Develop the ability to interpret the results effectively.
Certification approach
- Get a deeper understanding of the certification process.
- Learn how different entities along the supply chain can become CFC certified, e.g., traders, processing units and downstream entities.
- Gain an overview of relevant ISCC System Documents and supporting resources.
Mitigation technologies
- Understand how carbon capture and storage (CCS) is conducted.
- Develop the ability to effectively leverage carbon capture technologies.
- Learn about the production of silicon metal using renewable energy sources.
- Learn how to combine the PLUS certification with the Carbon Footprint Certification.
Target groups
Yourbenefits
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Gain a comprehensive understanding of the ISCC CFC certification.
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Learn how to interpret satellite imagery to understand the land use history of the farms.
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Participate in interactive group work sessions to deepen your knowledge on the carbon footprint.
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Prepare effectively for your upcoming audit with expert insights.
Auditor qualification
Before conducting ISCC EU audits, auditors must:
- Fully attend and actively participate in the ISCC CFC Training
- Pass the ISCC Auditor Online Test
Attendance is monitored and completion of all training elements is mandatory. The auditor qualification is valid for three years from the date the test is passed.
General information
- Our training courses are available as interactive live online formats, on-demand modules or both, as blended learning concepts. They are held in English and scheduled according to Central European (Summer) Time unless otherwise stated.
- Our training courses are open to everyone.
- You will receive all course materials via a downloadable link for the live online formats.
- To make the most out of your participation, please ensure you use a laptop with a stable internet connection.
- One week after the course, you will have access to the group work solutions.
- To receive a Proof of Attendance, you must complete the full course and actively engage in the group work sessions.
- Participation is monitored throughout the course. Missed parts will be deducted from the Proof of Attendance.
Where sustainability meets expertise