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EUDR Compliance
A guide where to start

The European Union Deforestation Regulation is a landmark initiative designed to ensure that products sold within the EU no longer contribute to global deforestation or forest degradation. By requiring companies to prove that their supply chains are legal, traceable, and deforestation-free, the EUDR addresses a primary driver of the climate and biodiversity crises. 

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To meet these vital environmental goals, large and medium-sized companies must comply by 30 December 2026, while micro and small enterprises (SMEs) have until 30 June 2027. We are dedicated to helping our partners navigate these requirements, ensuring that key commodities traded globally support the restoration of our ecosystems.

Commodities Covered under the EUDR

We support companies operating in the following industries:

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Compliance and Enforcement

Companies must trace commodities to their exact origin to prove no forest degradation has occurred since the 31 December 2020 cutoff date. Compliance also requires the protection of international human rights and the rights of Indigenous Peoples.

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National Competent Authorities within each EU Member State enforce these rules. They have full access to compliance data and geolocation coordinates provided by companies or voluntary systems. To ensure absolute accuracy, authorities utilize advanced satellite monitoring and DNA analysis to physically verify the origin of all products, ensuring a transparent and legal supply chain.

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Many suppliers are not yet prepared to provide the data required by the EUDR. We support companies with:

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Training suppliers on EUDR requirements

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Participatory mapping and geolocation collection

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Support for polygon data generation

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FPIC and community engagement processes

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Documentation for legality and land use

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DDS Submission (EU TRACES System)

Timelines and Next Steps

Access Official EUDR Resources​

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Curious how we can support you?

 

We’ve turned thousands of pages of complex guidelines into  nine

"One-Pagers". Download it here or contact us to help you navigate the new rules.

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