How CBC contributes to sustainable forest management

The FSC Forest Week has started. As Coega Biomass Centre, an FSC license holder, we support this week, from September 21-27. By removing Alien Invasive Trees we contribute to the restoration of the natural habitats and water supply. How? Watch the video.

Key impact case: Unlocking the potential of biomass in a sustainable way

According to SBP, an independent certification scheme for biomass used in large-scale energy production, Coega Biomass Centre is one of the key impact cases for unlocking the potential of biomass in a sustainable way.

The company has included our impact project in its Annual Review 2023. In this contribution Emiel Hanekamp says: “Demonstrating the sustainability credentials of the biomass we produce is important to Coega Biomass Centre. And with Europe as a key destination market, compliance with the recast Renewable Energy Directive (REDII) is essential. We were delighted to receive FSC and SBP certification in 2022, and included REDII in our SBP scope in 2023.”

Read the full story or look at SBP’s Annual Review 2023 (page 18)

First shipment of product from Coega Biomass Centre to Europe

The first shipment of product from Coega Biomass Centre, based in Gqeberha, South Africa is a fact. The shipment of 10.000 tons of chips headed to a client in Europe where it will serve as a responsible alternative for fossil fuel.

The wood chips comply with the RED II (EU Renewable Energy Directive) and EUDR (European Union Deforestation free Regulation) regulation and are 100% FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) and SBP (Sustainable Biomass Program) certified.

Coega Biomass Centre will be able to produce 120,000 tons of wood pellets per year. This will lead to a reduction of approximately 180,000-200,000 tons of CO₂ emissions. Furthermore, CBC not only ensures less devastating drought in South-Africa and a restoration of biodiversity, but also provides employment and contributes to social cohesion.