Annual ISCC Global Sustainability Conference
The ISCC Sustainability Conference is our global flagship event, bringing together government bodies, regulators, ISCC Association members, ISCC system users, certification bodies, NGOs, research, and the wider sustainability community to share experiences, knowledge of best practices and innovations. The presentations are available for download from the ISCC website for three years.
Upcoming Global Sustainability Conference
Date to be announced
13th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference
15 February 2023, Hybrid Event
On 15 February we held our 13th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference. While nearly 200 participants joined us in Brussels, we additionally counted more than 900 people following the conference virtually throughout the day. Altogether, participants from 86 countries took part. After two years of hosting our flagship event online, we were really looking forward to the hybrid version. We are very happy that we could see familiar faces again, meet new people, welcome our new ISCC Association members in person and simply experience the atmosphere of a get-together.

Morning Session
Stream 1 – ISCC EU
Stream 2 – ISCC PLUS
Stream 3 – ISCC CORSIA & SMF
12th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference
8 February 2022, Virtual Event
The 12th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference was a huge success with nearly 800 participants joining us online from all over the world – a new attendee record in our books!
Speakers from the industry, NGOs, national authorities and the European Commission discussed key sustainability topics such as the Green Deal and Fit for 55, Sustainable Fuels for Aviation and Maritime, Innovative Certification Approaches in the Circular Economy and Bioeconomy and the Pathway to Carbon Neutrality.
The ISCC Sustainability Conference is our global flagship event, bringing together members of the ISCC association, ISCC system users, certification bodies and the wider sustainability community to exchange knowledge on lessons learned, best practices, and innovations.
Presentations from the 12th Conference
11th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference
24 February 2021, Virtual Event
Valuable insights into the Green Deal and updates on the Renewable Energy Directive (RED II) were given at the 11th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference. Representatives from the European Commission and expert speakers discussed the implementation in the Member States. Additionally, panel discussions with business insiders presented an outline on the latest developments in the circular economy and bioeconomy. Moreover, professionals from the industry gave an update about sustainable aviation fuels and innovative solutions.
The ISCC Global Sustainability Conference is a well-established platform for industry and trade representatives, NGO’s, associations, research bodies and authorities. The conference was a huge success with over 400 participants.
Presentations from the 11th Conference
10th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference
12 February 2020, Residence Palace, Brussels (Belgium)
The 10th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference offered valuable insights into the Renewable Energy Directive (RED II) and the implementation in the Member States. Representatives from the European Commission and Member States presented policy updates that are highly valuable for professionals working in the renewable energy industry. Furthermore, the European Commission spoke about the EU Circular Economy Action Plan and forward-thinking companies unveiled their best strategies to implement holistic circular and bio-based approaches in the plastics industry. In addition, expert speakers will update you on the latest developments in the transport sector, mapping and traceability tools and food security as part of certification schemes.
The ISCC Global Sustainability Conference is a well-established platform for industry and trade representatives, NGO’s, associations, research bodies and authorities. The conference was a huge success with 250 participants.

Press and presentations from the 10th Conference
9th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference
14 February 2019, Residence Palace, Brussels (Belgium)
The annual ISCC Global Sustainability Conference offered valuable insights into the Renewable Energy Directive (RED II). Expert speakers from the European Commission, Member States, as well as business insiders discussed key elements, implementation steps and the impact on different markets. In addition, the conference included forward-thinking talks about the circular and bio-economy, as well as success stories from system users, the increasing importance of sustainable aviation fuels and innovative solutions.
The ISCC Global Sustainability Conference is a well-established platform for industry and trade representatives, NGO’s, associations, research bodies and authorities. The conference was a huge success, with a record interest of 330 registered attendees.

8th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference
20 February 2018, Brussels, Belgium
High profile speakers discussed on the latest updates on a broad range of topics
- The future of bioenergy discussed by the European Commission and Member States
- RED II negotiations
- Implementation of policies on advanced biofuels and waste/residues in Member States
- Insights in biofuels policies and opportunities in other regions of the world
- Success stories and innovative solutions
Watch the video of the event
7th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference
15 February 2017 in Brussels
The 7th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference was a huge success and set with 220 registrations a new visitor record. The speakers from the industry, NGOs, national authorities and the European Commission approached the topics from different angels. Panel discussions and networking sessions completed the conference. The conference was open to all interested parties.
High profile speakers delivered interesting presentations on a broad range of topics
- The future of biofuels discussed by the European Commission and Member States
- Opportunities of advanced and no iLUC biofuels
- The future of biofuels in aviation
- The implementation of the Low Carbon Fuel Standard in California
- The future of certification and the implementation of deforestation free supply chains
Watch the video of the event
6th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference
17 February 2016 in Brussels
This annual ISCC conference was open to all interested parties and has been established as an important platform for industry, trade, NGOs, associations, research and authorities to present and discuss recent developments, challenges, opportunities and emerging trends in sustainability and sustainability certification.
The 2016 conference was divided into three sessions
- Decarbonization of the transport sector in times of low oil prices
- Challenges in implementing the RED/FQD amendment
- Sustainability certification for the non-regulated markets
Senior staff from the European Commission and national authorities, industry and associations approached the topics from different angles.

5th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference
4 February 2015 in Brussels

4th ISCC Global Sustainability Conference
5 February 2014 in Brussels

3rd ISCC Global Sustainability Conference
6 February 2013 in Brussels

2nd ISCC Global Sustainability Conference
8 February 2012 in Brussels
1st ISCC Global Sustainability Conference
8 February 2011 in Brussels
ISCC (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification), the first international certification system to prove sustainability and greenhouse gas savings for all kinds of biomass, gave a positive summary after one year of operation.