ASSOCIATION

Biofuels Switzerland is the association of the Swiss biofuels industry. The association was founded on 23 August 2007 and has its head office in Sissach (BL). Biofuels Switzerland pools the expertise of the industry and represents its interests vis-à-vis politicians, authorities and the public.

OUR TASK

Biofuels Switzerland represents the interests of suppliers and producers of renewable fuels in Switzerland. The association is committed to ensuring that renewable fuels can make an effective contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the transport sector.

As a platform for the industry, Biofuels Switzerland pools the expertise, practical experience and in-depth market knowledge of the sector. At the same time, the association acts as an interface between the industry, authorities and politicians and provides support in the practical implementation of regulatory requirements.

OUR COMPETENCES

Biofuels Switzerland has many years of experience in the practical implementation of CO₂ reduction instruments in the transport sector. Since the introduction of the CO₂ compensation obligation, the association has provided technical and organisational support for the development of renewable fuels in Switzerland and contributes its experience to the further development of the framework conditions.

The office supports the industry in particular with

• the implementation of regulatory requirements
• Monitoring and quality systems for renewable fuels
• Exchange with authorities and law enforcement agencies
• the further development of regulatory and market-based framework conditions for renewable fuels
• the care and teaching of specialised knowledge in German, French and English
• cooperation and exchange with European industry associations

Close contact with companies, authorities, research institutions and international partners provides a well-founded overall picture of the market.

ADDED VALUE FOR OUR MEMBERS

Members benefit from the joint presence of the industry as well as the professional exchange and coordination within the association.

The association offers in particular

• Representation of interests vis-à-vis politicians, authorities and the public
• Specialist support with regulatory and technical issues
• Support with official processes, for example with questions about customs clearance or registering for tax relief
• Coordination within the industry, particularly with regard to new regulatory requirements
• Classification of market developments and information on political and regulatory processes
• Platform for exchange and cooperation between producers, importers and other market players
• Organisation and implementation of the annual industry day as a central platform for exchange between the industry, authorities, politics and science

CONTRIBUTION TO THE ENERGY TRANSITION

Renewable fuels make it possible to utilise the existing vehicle fleet and infrastructure in a more climate-friendly way. Biofuels Switzerland is committed to developing practicable and effective solutions for the transport sector and thus making a contribution to Swiss energy and climate policy.

PROGRAMMES AND ACTIVITIES

A central task of the association is the operation of the Biofuels Switzerland programme to bundle the CO₂ reductions achieved through biofuels. Biofuels Switzerland is also currently developing a programme for biogenic fuels.

Another focus is the quality assurance of biofuels. To this end, the association carries out biannual quality surveys of biofuels and prepares training documents and information sheets for industry members.

Biofuels Switzerland is also a member of the Swiss Association for Standardisation (SNV) and is actively involved in standardisation projects. Further information can be found in the chapter Standards.

In addition, the independent certification system BTCert verifies the ecological and social requirements for biofuels and bioliquids. Certification is carried out independently by bio.inspecta AG in Frick, which liaises directly with the relevant companies.

The Biofuels Switzerland Association has around 90 members. These are mainly traders, importers and producers. The rest of the members are companies and individuals who support the association in its goals, such as political goals, product quality and increasing sales.
Below you will find the current list of members.

List of members

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