A J Walter Aviation
From my side, may I take this opportunity to pass on to you how easily and smoothly our Verifavia experience/approval has been. A considerable improvement from our last agency!
SAF Program Assurance (SPA) Audit
In the pursuit of decarbonization, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) emerges as a pivotal solution. With global airlines initiating SAF programs to enable corporate customers to offset their travel emissions (GHG Scope 3), the importance of credibility and transparency becomes paramount. NORMEC VERIFAVIA‘s Sustainable Aviation Fuel Program Assurance (SPA) service provides essential verification, fostering trust and maximizing the impact of SAF initiatives. This service ensures the integrity and effectiveness of SAF programs, facilitating a significant leap towards a greener aviation future.
Why Choose Normec Verifavia?
With over 20 years of experience serving the aviation industry and in-depth knowledge of the evolving SAF landscape, NORMEC VERIAVIA is a recognized leader in sustainability verification. We provide unmatched expertise in conducting SPA audits for major airlines worldwide, including Cargolux, Finnair, Virgin Atlantic, Air Canada, and 4AIR.
Our rigorous and secure two-phase audit process covers every aspect of your SAF program, ensuring meticulous data accuracy, compliance with chosen methodologies (CORSIA, SBTi, etc.), and verifiable emissions reductions. We leverage leading-edge tools and techniques, including blockchain technology, to deliver tamper-proof certificates and audit statements, boosting trust and transparency.
We tailor our services to your program’s unique needs and goals, providing valuable insights and recommendations to optimize your SAF procurement, emissions calculations, and certificate issuance processes. We help you navigate the complexities of the SAF market and regulatory environment.
What Does Our SPA Audit Cover?
We meticulously assess your SAF procurement, emissions calculation methods, and adherence to chosen methodologies (CORSIA, SBTi, etc.). We ensure your calculations align with industry best practices and relevant regulations. We verify the robustness and accuracy of your SAF eligibility criteria and accounting framework, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and consistency in data management. We evaluate your program policy and the integrity of your issued certificates, ensuring they accurately represent genuine emissions reductions. The deliverable is a comprehensive SAF Program Assurance Statement confirming the credibility of your program and the validity of your certificates.
We meticulously review SAF invoices and sustainability documentation to ensure each certificate represents genuine emissions reductions. We verify the chain of custody and ensure the feedstock used complies with sustainability standards. We continuously verify issued certificates to prevent double-counting and maintain data integrity, providing ongoing assurance throughout the year. The deliverable is an SAF Program Assurance Certificate attached to each issued certificate, guaranteeing its accuracy and adherence to your program policy.
Initiate contact and discuss your program with Normec Verifavia’s experts. They will customize a proposal outlining scope, fees, and timeline.
Formalize the agreement and participate in Phase I, a comprehensive review verifying your program’s structure and compliance.
Upon successful completion of Phase I, receive a SPA Assurance Statement confirming the Airline’s SAF program has transparency and integrity.
Choose to add Phase II, where a SAF Program Assurance Certificate attached to each SAF Certificate issued is validated with supporting evidence. Thus, ensuring individual certificate validity and preventing double-counting through continuous monitoring.
A J Walter Aviation
From my side, may I take this opportunity to pass on to you how easily and smoothly our Verifavia experience/approval has been. A considerable improvement from our last agency!
In addition to the core benefits of enhanced credibility and risk mitigation, an SPA (Sustainable Aviation Fuel program audit) conducted by Normec Verifavia can offer several advantages to your airline. These include:
We leverage Keeex blockchain technology to enhance the audit process in the following ways:
At Normec Verifavia, we work collaboratively with you to identify any discrepancies and recommend corrective actions. Our goal is not to penalize but to guide you towards achieving compliance and program improvement. We offer tailored action plans and ongoing support to help you address any issues.
The timeframe for the SPA audit process varies depending on the size and complexity of your program. Typically, the initial program audit takes 4-6 weeks, with individual certificate verification conducted continuously throughout the year. We strive to ensure a timely and efficient process without compromising thoroughness.
Yes, we provide a range of additional services to support your SAF program journey, including:
