CertifHy Announces Recognition of First Three Certification Bodies for CertifHy EU RFNBO Scheme – Hydrogen and e-fuels certification

CertifHy, a specialized certification company for hydrogen and e-fuels, announced the official recognition of Vinçotte, TÜV SÜD, and TÜV Rheinland as the first certification bodies authorized to operate under the CertifHy EU RFNBO Scheme (Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin) . This milestone marks a significant step forward for the industry, enabling the widespread certification of sustainable hydrogen and e-fuels production.

Only audits conducted by these recognized certification bodies will result in a valid CertifHy EU RFNBO Scheme certificate, which is required for issuing Proofs of Sustainability (POS) and access EU market premiums linked to the decarbonization policies from the Renewable Energy Directive.

Furthermore, clients seeking certification benefit from the strengthened collaboration between CertifHy and the certification bodies, along with CertifHy’s expert guidance. CertifHy provides comprehensive support throughout the certification journey, leveraging its deep understanding of hydrogen value chains to address complexities and facilitate the process.

TÜV Rheinland, Vinçotte and TÜV SÜD are now fully operational, offering their expertise to companies and projects seeking certification under the CertifHy EU RFNBO Scheme. Their role as independent, third-party auditors is crucial in ensuring compliance with the scheme’s stringent requirements.

Specifically, their services include:

– Expert Auditor Nomination: Deploying qualified auditors, trained and credentialed by the CertifHy Academy.

– Standards-Driven Auditing: Conducting meticulous audits based on globally recognized standards, including ISO 17065 and ISO 14065.

– Comprehensive Compliance Certification: Thoroughly evaluating production processes to confirm adherence to all scheme criteria.

– Detailed Reporting and Recommendations: Providing clear, factual reports on compliance and certification eligibility.

CertifHy’s selection process mandated that recognized certification bodies demonstrate fulfillment of all applicable requirements in accordance with European regulations, establish a formal partnership with CertifHy, employ auditors certified through the CertifHy Academy, and adhere to standardized auditing and reporting protocols. This rigorous approach ensures only the most qualified entities certify sustainable hydrogen production under the CertifHy EU RFNBO Scheme, guaranteeing reliability and trust.