RED III Certification: Why Accreditation Matters More Than Ever
Accreditation Will Become Mandatory
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/196 strengthens the accreditation requirements for certification bodies operating under RED III voluntary schemes. From 1 January 2027, certification bodies must hold accreditation for the relevant certification scope. This means companies should ensure that their certification partner is prepared well before the deadline.
Working with a certification body that lacks the required accreditation may lead to:
- Delays in certification processes
- Additional audits or verification activities
- Questions regarding certificate acceptance
- Risks to certification continuity and market access
Don’t wait until certification deadlines, customer requirements, or supply chain demands create unnecessary pressure. Contact BM Certification today to review your RED III readiness, secure a compliant certification pathway, and strengthen your position in an increasingly sustainability-driven market. The companies that prepare early will be best positioned to maintain market access, win customer confidence, and turn sustainability into a competitive advantage.
BM Certification’s Advantage
BM Certification already operates under internationally recognised accreditation standards, including:
- ISO/IEC 17065
- ISO/IEC 17029
- ISO 14065
We have obtained accreditation for:
- SURE-EU
- PEFC RED III
- ISCC
and are working towards accreditation for KZR INiG.
Our expertise combines accredited certification, GHG verification, sustainability auditing, and practical industry knowledge, helping clients navigate RED III requirements with confidence.
Which companies are affected?
RED III applies to biomass producers, forestry and agricultural companies, biomass traders, pellet manufacturers, power plants, district heating operators, renewable fuel suppliers, and other participants in renewable energy supply chains.
Why is accreditation important?
Accreditation demonstrates that a certification body operates according to internationally recognised standards and has the competence, independence, and impartiality required to deliver credible certification services.
What happens after 1 January 2027?
Certification bodies operating under recognised RED III schemes must hold the required accreditation for the relevant certification scope. Companies should verify that their certification partner is prepared for these requirements.
How does RED III certification benefit my business?
RED III certification helps demonstrate sustainability performance, verify greenhouse gas savings, maintain market access, satisfy customer requirements, and strengthen trust with stakeholders.
Don’t wait until certification deadlines, customer requirements, or supply chain demands create unnecessary pressure. Contact BM Certification today to review your RED III readiness, secure a compliant certification pathway, and strengthen your position in an increasingly sustainability-driven market. The companies that prepare early will be best positioned to maintain market access, win customer confidence, and turn sustainability into a competitive advantage.