Brussels, 22/09/25 – CertifHy is happy to announce that Bureau Veritas, a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification, has been officially designated as an authorized certification body for the CertifHy EU RFNBO (Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin) Voluntary Scheme. This collaboration expands the reach of CertifHy’s certification framework, bringing a trusted, independent partner into the ecosystem to support the rapidly growing market for certified renewable hydrogen.
Bureau Veritas has been a key partner since 2023, providing certification for the CertifHy Non-Governmental Certification (NGC) Scheme, which tracks the origin and environmental attributes of hydrogen produced and consumed across Europe. The new recognition for the CertifHy EU RFNBO Voluntary Scheme strengthens this partnership and provides a critical service for both European producers and international importers who must comply with EU regulations.
The CertifHy EU RFNBO Scheme: A Framework for Trust and Transparency
The CertifHy EU RFNBO Voluntary Scheme provides a robust framework for certifying renewable fuels from non-biological sources, primarily renewable hydrogen and its derivatives. These fuels are generated using renewable electricity from sources like wind, solar, and hydropower, offering a crucial path for decarbonizing sectors that are difficult to abate. Unlike biofuels, they do not rely on biomass, ensuring an unrestricted feedstock supply.
The scheme is fully aligned with the European Renewable Energy Directive (RED) and recognized by the European Commission. It is specifically designed to ensure supply chain transparency and traceability, verifying the renewable power supply and the resulting greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions. Adhering to strict principles like additionality—guaranteeing that renewable electricity comes from new, dedicated sources—and the temporal and geographical alignment between electricity generation and hydrogen production, the program ensures a minimum 70% reduction in GHG emissions compared to fossil fuels. This rigorous process is vital for building stakeholder trust and helping companies confidently demonstrate compliance with the EU RED mandates.
A Strategic Step Towards a Certified Hydrogen Economy
The addition of Bureau Veritas to the list of authorized certification bodies is a significant step forward for the global hydrogen and e-fuels market. It provides a credible, independent resource for producers and consumers seeking to ensure their operations meet the highest standards of sustainability and compliance.
This collaboration enhances CertifHy’s ability to facilitate global trade in certified fuels by adding a partner with extensive global reach and experience. With its network of over 7,400 auditors and approximately 300,000 annual audits, Bureau Veritas provides the scale and expertise required to meet the growing demand for verification services in the clean energy sector. This partnership empowers businesses to confidently navigate the complexities of energy transition while upholding the rigorous standards of the EU.
About CertifHy
Founded in 2014, CertifHy is a frontrunner in the realm of renewable hydrogen and e-fuels’ certification, providing a comprehensive suite of tools to empower stakeholders engaged in the energy transition. It operates two schemes — the CertifHy EU Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBO) Voluntary Scheme and the CertifHy Non-Governmental Certificate (NGC) Scheme — which aims to verify the sustainability and origin of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen and its derivatives. CertifHy also offers precertification, which familiarizes companies with the data collection and documentation processes required for official certification, and an in-house e-learning platform — CertifHy Academy — to equip Economic Operators and Certification Bodies with the expertise needed to navigate the complex landscape of hydrogen certification. It fosters collaboration through its Stakeholder Platform, which invites representatives of the industry, government, and academia to shape the future development of hydrogen certification systems. Together, CertifHy’s robust certification schemes and knowledge-building resources pave the way for a cleaner energy future. For more information about the CertifHy EU RFNBO Certification Scheme, visit: https://www.certifhy.eu/eu-rfnbo-scheme/
About Bureau Veritas
Bureau Veritas is a world leader in inspection, certification, and laboratory testing services with a powerful purpose: to shape a world of trust by ensuring responsible progress. With a vision to be the preferred partner for customers’ excellence and sustainability, the company innovates to help them navigate change. Created in 1828, Bureau Veritas’ 84,000 employees deliver services in 140 countries. The company’s technical experts support customers to address challenges in quality, health and safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Bureau Veritas is listed on Euronext Paris and belongs to the CAC 40, CAC 40 ESG, SBF 120 indices and is part of the CAC SBT 1.5° index. Compartment A, ISIN code FR 0006174348, stock symbol: BVI. For more information, visit http://www.bureauveritas.com, and follow us on LinkedIn.
