WSO protecting our Oceans. Protecting our Planet.
ABOUT
WSO is the only platform proposing to consumer friendly logos (not acronyms) which can potentially certify sustainability for the whole food range (seafood and agro) as well as non food products and services. WSO delivers the certifications based on 30 years experience in the field, in full independence and by mean of audits of accredited certification bodies.
WSO’s activity is international in scope and multiproduct. We are not the usual product specific certification (eg: Sustainabl Wine or Sustainable Shipping, etc), in that out certification trademarks can be applied to any product compliant with the requirements. In the long term we believe this is the best approach and strategy which will generate more synergies and visibility.
The requirements are strict, as proved by all benchmarks, but our price offer is very affordable and proportional to companies’ turnover. All standards include Social Accountability, an always more important issue in food and non food production.
Our job does not end at certification and we are aware that we need to network between sustainable companies and buyers and promote the certified products. In turnt he companies will support our conservation programs and will be able to leverage on their environmental engagement.
PROJECTS

Certification of seafood products
from sustainable fishing and aquaculture.
The Friend of the Sea logo on a product guarantees:
- Its origin from non-overexploited fish resources
- Its origin from selective fishing methods which are not harmful to the seabed
- Respect for the environment in aquaculture facilities
- Compliance with fishing regulations
- Responsible waste and energy management
- Social accountability of the whole production chain

Certification of products from
sustainable agriculture and farming
The Friend of the Earth logo on a product guarantees:
- Safeguarding of the ecosystem
- Protection of wild fauna and flora
- Protection of soil and water resources
- Prohibition of the use of hazardous substances
- Responsible waste and energy management
- Protection of animals kept for farming purposes beyond the legal limits
- Social accountability of the whole production chain
CONSERVATION PROJECTS:

Save the Albatroz

Save the Penguins

Save the Turtles

Save the Ibis

Save Parrots

Save the Frogs

Save the Corals

Fish Welfare

Save the Sharks

Save the Butterflies

Save the Snails

Save the Primates
NEWS
Training CourseS and Technical Assistance

Nutritional Strategies

Packaging impact on the environment
Benefits for Companies
Benefits for
companies
services find out more about Friend of
the Sea Standards and Certifications for
your fishery and farmed fish products.
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environment. Make a donation to help us
to preserve the marine habitat.
