Certification Criteria | Spreewald-Regional

Our Criteria

Quality & Sustainability

The Spreewald Standard

To join our movement towards regional, sustainable, and ethical products, companies must meet our rigorous certification pillars. We ensure that every member reflects the "Green Conscience" of the Spreewald.

Ecological

  • Water conservation
  • CO2 Reduction
  • Plastic-free packaging

Regional

  • Local sourcing (80%)
  • Spreewald production
  • Regional logistics

Social

  • Fair labor wages
  • Community support
  • Cultural preservation

Transparent

  • Annual audits
  • Origin tracing
  • Open reporting
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Spreewald EcoLabel: Certification Levels & Scoring

CERTIFICATION LEVELS & SCORING

The Spreewald EcoLabel is awarded through a point-based evaluation out of 100 points. Certification depends on your total score and passing mandatory compliance checks.

INDICATIVE POINT DISTRIBUTION

German Food Safety and Hygiene
16
Sustainable Resources Utilisation
55
Fair Working Conditions and Corporate Ethics
14
Contribution to Spreewald Community
11
Verification/Transparency
4
Total Score Available
100
Mandatory compliance rule: Certain criteria (for example, traceability, hygiene training, and lawful labour practices) are critical requirements. Failure to meet mandatory compliance standards can lead to disqualification regardless of total score.
CERTIFICATE PREVIEW
Spreewald EcoLabel Certificate
G
GOLD
★★★★★
90 to 100 pts

Exceptional sustainability and verified regional integrity.

S
SILVER
★★★★
75 to 89 pts

High performance with clear commitment and minor gaps.

B
BRONZE
★★★
50 to 74 pts

Meets essential criteria and baseline compliance.

Note: Point weights shown are indicative for transparency. Final scoring is based on your assessment responses and provided evidence.