Preferred by Nature zemes izmantošanas sertifikācija palīdz mežu apsaimniekotājiem, lauksaimniekiem, plantāciju un zemes īpašumu apsaimniekotājiem, kā arī grupu vadītājiem apliecināt atbildīgu zemes apsaimniekošanas praksi.
Sertifikācija ir balstīta uz Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework un nodrošina praktisku pieeju vides, sociālo un pārvaldības aspektu novērtēšanai un uzlabošanai. Tā var palīdzēt stiprināt uzticamību tirgū, izpildīt klientu prasības un apliecināt Jūsu apņemšanos īstenot atbildīgu ražošanu.
Atkarībā no Jūsu mērķiem, iespējams izvēlēties sertifikāciju, kas aptver plašu ilgtspējas jautājumu loku, vai mērķtiecīgāku risinājumu, kas vērsts uz atbilstību tiesību aktu un ar atmežošanu saistītajām prasībām, tostarp prasībām, kas saistītas ar ES Atmežošanas regulu (EUDR).
Ja Jums jau ir atzīta sertifikācija, iespējams izmantot esošo auditu rezultātus, tādējādi izvairoties no nevajadzīgas prasību un novērtēšanas darbību dublēšanas. Sertifikācijai iespējams pievienot arī papildu PBN+ moduļus, lai aptvertu konkrētus Jūsu darbībai būtiskus ilgtspējas jautājumus.
Ilgtspējas tvērums (Sustainability Scope)
Visaptveroša sertifikācijas iespēja, kas aptver plašu vides, sociālo un pārvaldības prasību klāstu atbildīgai zemes apsaimniekošanai.
Piemērota organizācijām, kas vēlas apliecināt savu vispārējo sniegumu ilgtspējas jomā un nepārtrauktu pilnveidošanos.
Normatīvo prasību tvērums (Regulatory Scope)
Mērķtiecīga sertifikācijas iespēja, kas aptver atbilstību tiesību aktu prasībām, atmežošanas un zemes izmantošanas veida maiņas prasības, tostarp atbilstību ES Atmežošanas regulai (EUDR).
Piemērota organizācijām, kas vēlas iegūt apliecinājumu par atbilstību tirgus piekļuves un normatīvajām prasībām.
Izmantojiet esošās sertifikācijas priekšrocības
Ja Jūsu darbība jau ir sertificēta saskaņā ar Preferred by Nature atzītu sertifikācijas shēmu, šo sertifikāciju iespējams izmantot kā pamatu zemes izmantošanas sertifikācijas (Land-Use Certification) iegūšanai.
Ja starp atzītās sertifikācijas shēmas un Preferred by Nature prasībām pastāv atšķirības, novērtējumā iespējams koncentrēties tikai uz tām papildu prasībām, kuras esošā sertifikācija vēl neaptver.
PBN+ moduļi
Paplašiniet savu sertifikāciju ar brīvprātīgiem PBN+ moduļiem, kas aptver konkrētus ilgtspējas jautājumus.
Atkarībā no izvēlētā moduļa un sertifikācijas grafika to atbilstību var novērtēt kopā ar sertifikācijas auditu vai arī atsevišķa novērtēšanas procesa ietvaros.
Info sheet & Guide
Sustainability Framework Certification Infosheet
This two-page info sheet provides an overview of Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certification, including its three certification pathways, two certification scopes a...
This two-page info sheet provides an overview of Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certification, including its three certification pathways, two certification scopes a...
Certification Guide
A practical guide to understanding and navigating the certification process, from choosing the right certification pathway to preparing for audits, maintaining certification and c...
A practical guide to understanding and navigating the certification process, from choosing the right certification pathway to preparing for audits, maintaining certification and c...
Standards
PBN-01 Sustainability Framework
Core sustainability and regulatory requirements, defines the core performance requirements under the Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certification programme. It inclu...
Core sustainability and regulatory requirements, defines the core performance requirements under the Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certification programme. It inclu...
PBN-02 Systems Standard
Certification system implementation requirements specify the organizational and management system requirements needed to implement and maintain Preferred by Nature Sustainability ...
Certification system implementation requirements specify the organizational and management system requirements needed to implement and maintain Preferred by Nature Sustainability ...
PBN-05 Chain of Custody Standard
Requirements for material control across supply chains define requirements for tracking and controlling certified materials throughout the supply chain. It supports transparency, ...
Requirements for material control across supply chains define requirements for tracking and controlling certified materials throughout the supply chain. It supports transparency, ...
PBN-04 Seal and Claim Use Standard
Rules for use of the Seal and approved claims provide requirements for the use of the Preferred by Nature Seal and approved claims. It supports clear, transparent, and credible co...
Rules for use of the Seal and approved claims provide requirements for the use of the Preferred by Nature Seal and approved claims. It supports clear, transparent, and credible co...
PBN-09 Claim Use Standard for Non-Seal Users
Rules for off-product claims and communications define how organizations that do not use the Preferred by Nature Seal may communicate certification-related claims, including off-p...
Rules for off-product claims and communications define how organizations that do not use the Preferred by Nature Seal may communicate certification-related claims, including off-p...
PBN-06 Terms & Definitions
Common terminology used across the certification programme provides definitions and explanations of key terms used throughout Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certific...
Common terminology used across the certification programme provides definitions and explanations of key terms used throughout Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certific...
PBN-08 GMO Policy
Requirements related to genetically modified organisms define Preferred by Nature’s internal decision policy for GMO acceptance within Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework...
Requirements related to genetically modified organisms define Preferred by Nature’s internal decision policy for GMO acceptance within Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework...
PBN-07 Pesticides Policy
Requirements related to pesticide risk management defines Preferred by Nature’s internal policy for pesticide classification, acceptance, restrictions, and oversight within Prefer...
Requirements related to pesticide risk management defines Preferred by Nature’s internal policy for pesticide classification, acceptance, restrictions, and oversight within Prefer...
PBN-10 Pre-approved Claims
Approved claim options for certified organizations provide a set of pre-approved claims that certified organizations may use when communicating certification status, subject to ap...
Approved claim options for certified organizations provide a set of pre-approved claims that certified organizations may use when communicating certification status, subject to ap...
How the Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certification scheme is governed
The Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certification (PBN SFC) scheme operates under a governance system designed to support transparency, impartiality, accountability and stakeholder participation.
The system defines how the scheme is managed, how standards and procedures are developed and revised, and how certification activities are independently assessed and overseen.
The scheme owner and the certification body are separate legal entities, with different staff, reporting lines and responsibilities. The scheme is owned by Preferred by Nature F.M.B.A. in Denmark, while certification is carried out by Preferred by Nature OÜ in Estonia, which holds the accreditation under which all certification activities are performed and takes certification decisions independently. Both entities sit within the Preferred by Nature organisational umbrella.
The scheme's governance structure also includes internal decision-making bodies, external stakeholder representation and mechanisms for stakeholder engagement and dispute resolution.
Scheme governance documents
The following documents describe the governance structure, procedures and requirements supporting the operation and integrity of the PBN SFC scheme.
Governance structure, roles and responsibilities
Explains how the PBN SFC scheme is governed, including the responsibilities of its governance bodies, decision-making processes, stakeholder participation and dispute handling.
Standard development and revision
Describes how PBN SFC standards are developed, reviewed and revised, including stakeholder consultations, approval processes and transition arrangements.
Development and revision of SFC scheme documents
Sets out the procedures for developing, reviewing, approving and publishing scheme documents other than normative standards, including governance procedures and supporting documents.
Requirements for accreditation bodies
Defines the requirements for accreditation bodies overseeing certification bodies operating under Preferred by Nature Sustainability Framework Certification, including competence, impartiality, information sharing and cooperation with the scheme owner.
Assurance requirements
Establishes the requirements for certification bodies conducting PBN SFC audits and certification activities, including auditor competence, certification decisions, surveillance, impartiality and quality assurance.
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