Sustainable Food & Drug

Certification for Sustainable Food and Medical Products

The Sustainable Food & Drug certification confirms that a food product, dietary supplement, pharmaceutical or medical product is produced and managed in a responsible environmental, organizational and social manner, taking into account the entire value chain.

In the food and pharmaceutical sectors, trust is fundamental. Safety, quality, traceability and regulatory compliance are not optional — they define market credibility. LIBRE certification is not a marketing label. It is a verification process based on audit, measurable criteria and documented evidence.

Responsibility Across the Value Chain

The LIBRE EIS system evaluates:

• product safety and quality management,
• environmental footprint of production,
• energy and water consumption,
• waste and emission management,
• supply chain risk management,
• compliance with national and international regulations,
• transparency toward consumers and stakeholders.

Certification applies not only to the product itself, but also to production processes, storage, distribution and organizational governance.

Authenticity and Transparency

During the certification process, the producer is required to:

• document raw material origin and composition,
• provide laboratory testing results when applicable,
• demonstrate compliance with safety and regulatory standards,
• prove responsible process management and traceability.

The producer bears full responsibility for the accuracy of disclosed information.

Evaluation Framework

The certification is based on a structured assessment of key areas:

???? Energy

Share of renewable and alternative energy sources in total energy consumption.

???? Water Management

Responsible water management, including reuse, retention and treatment systems.

???? Human Factor

Workforce management, safety standards, CSR engagement and operational organization.

???? Bio Production

Verification of biological production standards where applicable.

Final results are expressed in a performance class (A+–E) based on measurable criteria.

Eligible Entities

The certification is dedicated to:

• food manufacturers,
• dietary supplement producers,
• pharmaceutical and medical product manufacturers,
• agrotourism and hospitality facilities offering own production,
• companies operating in ecological and bio markets.

Audits are conducted by certified LIBRE professionals (International Energy Efficiency Auditor), and in the case of new facilities also by International Energy Efficiency Designer.
Bio Production verification may be conducted directly by LIBRE Foundation.

Renewal and Verification

The certification:

• is renewed annually,
• carries a unique identification number,
• is publicly verifiable at LIBREFoundation.org,
• may be suspended or revoked in case of non-compliance.

Market Relevance

The food and pharmaceutical industries face increasing regulatory, investor and consumer pressure.

Sustainable Food & Drug certification:

• strengthens brand credibility,
• facilitates international supply chain cooperation,
• supports access to sustainable finance,
• builds competitive advantage in premium and bio markets.

This is not a declaration of sustainability.

It is a verified management system.