🍁 Maple Syrup Carbon Neutral Certification
Carbon neutral certification is an environmental commitment by which producers ensure that the production of their maple syrup has no net impact on the climate . This means that the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated are measured, reduced, and then offset .
✅ 1. Emission measurement
Producers assess GHG emissions related to:
- energy consumption;
- heating of the facilities;
- transport;
- and other production activities.
♻️ 2. Reducing emissions
Concrete measures are being put in place to:
- adopt more energy-efficient technologies;
- improve process efficiency;
- reduce the overall environmental impact.
🌱 3. Compensation of residual emissions
When certain emissions cannot be avoided, they are offset by:
- reforestation projects;
- carbon sequestration initiatives;
- other recognized climate compensation actions.
📜 4. Independent certification
An independent third party verifies that all steps have been followed. This validation attests that the production of the syrup achieves a zero carbon footprint .
🌍 Why is it important?
Carbon neutral certification allows you to:
- reduce the environmental footprint of production;
- respond to climate concerns;
- promote the product to responsible consumers;
- distinguish producers committed to a sustainable approach.
🔗 Learn more: https://www.ecocert.com/fr-CA/certification/sirop-erable-bio-carboneutre