Bureau Veritas Gains New Role in Hydrogen Fuel Certification
Bureau Veritas has been designated an official certification body for the CertifHy EU RFNBO Voluntary Scheme, covering renewable fuels of non-biological origin. This expands the company's hydrogen certification services across Europe and globally.
Classification and assurance company Bureau Veritas has been appointed as an official certification body for the CertifHy EU RFNBO (Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin) Voluntary Scheme. This designation allows Bureau Veritas to certify renewable fuels derived from non-biological sources, primarily renewable hydrogen and its derivatives produced from renewable electricity.
The CertifHy EU RFNBO scheme, which is aligned with the European Renewable Energy Directive (RED) and recognized by the European Commission, aims to ensure supply chain transparency and traceability. It verifies that production meets requirements such as a minimum 70% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions compared to fossil fuel alternatives.
This is Bureau Veritas' second collaboration with CertifHy, following its recognition for the CertifHy Non-Governmental Certification (NGC) scheme in 2023. The company's expanded role is expected to support the decarbonization of hard-to-abate sectors by providing assurance for the production of renewable hydrogen and derivative fuels.
Laurence Boisramé, Global Director Hydrogen and CCUS at Bureau Veritas, stated the recognition underscores the company's commitment to trust and transparency in the clean hydrogen sector. Matthieu Boisson, Managing Director of CertifHy, added that the partnership with Bureau Veritas, a leader in verification services, is critical for enabling the market for certified hydrogen and e-fuels.