Recent research and technological innovations are advancing the development of new value-added materials and products from renewable organic resources, such as agricultural crops, forestry residues, and municipal waste. Bio-based chemicals, materials, and products allow many industries to enhance their production while moving toward low-carbon alternatives and increased sustainability.

With the abundance of sustainable biomass resources and advanced agriculture, forestry, and fisheries, Canada has an opportunity to become a leader in the bioeconomy and the global markets for bio-based products. CSA Group standards and research are supporting the quality, safety, performance, and market competitiveness of emerging bioindustries. Our activities span across the bioeconomy landscape and cover areas including:

CSA Group also administers the Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) Registry which offers a platform for organizations to showcase the environmental impacts of products. CSA Group EPD Registries have the potential to support the bioeconomy by providing access to information that substantiates environmental claims and help users navigate bioeconomy supply chains to make informed decisions.