Obtaining BiomassPlus® and ISO 17225-5 certification for firewood offers numerous competitive and environmental benefits:

• Access to regional incentives and funding programs: Certified companies can more easily obtain public funding for renewable energy promotion.
• Thermal Account Incentives (Conto Termico): Certified biofuels are mandatory to qualify for Conto Termico incentives.
• Improved air quality: Many regions with air quality recovery plans allow only certified wood, pellets, and wood chips for domestic combustion.
• Po Valley Agreement for Air Quality Improvement: Certification facilitates compliance with strict environmental regulations such as those outlined in the Po Valley Agreement.
• Increased competitiveness: Certified products attract a more demanding clientele and guarantee consistent quality.
• Traceability and safety: Certification ensures that firewood comes from controlled sources and meets required technical parameters.
• Public procurement eligibility: In many cases, certification is a prerequisite for supplying biomass to public entities and energy sector companies.

To obtain certification, companies must meet strict criteria:

• Firewood classification: Compliance with technical specifications to ensure a homogeneous and high-quality product.
• Use of suitable raw materials: Raw materials must comply with ISO 17225-5 standards.
• Periodic testing: Verification of parameters such as moisture content and calorific value, performed by accredited laboratories.
• Traceable production processes: Regular audits to assess the effectiveness of the quality management system.
• Compliance with labeling and marketing regulations: Adherence to standards for the correct labeling and commercialization of certified firewood.