ISCC Theory of Change

THEORY OF CHANGE

INTERMEDIATE OUTCOME

IMPACT

OUTPUT

LONG-TERM OUTCOME

Certification standards for GHG calculations

Increased GHG awareness and knowledge about reduction measures

Certification standards for farms, plantations, and forests

Improved sustainable management of natural resources and ecosystems

Certification standards for alternative feedstocks

Reduced GHG emissions

Prevention of high-value land use change, including deforestation

Certification standards for human and labour rights

Protection of biodiversity and valuable landscapes

Establish climate-friendly supply chains

Increased use of circular and bio-based materials

Certification standards for traceable global supply chains

Shift towards circular economy and bio economy

Empower businesses to operate responsibly

Compliance with human and labour rights

Recognition and acceptance

Improved working and living conditions

Improve the quality of life for current and future generations

Logos and claims

Credible communication

Transparent and traceable supply chains

Tools and processes to verify compliance

Framework for sustainable and credible practices

Awareness for sustainable practices

Risk and quality management

Established market position

Multi-stakeholder dialogue

Knowledge proliferation

Effective training for all stakeholders