In this briefing we examine the extent to which the RSPO standard ensures legality, traceability and deforestation free palm oil. At first glance it may look as if the RSPO standard largely ensures palm oil is deforestation-free, legal and traceable. In reality, the system is complicated and many caveats and loopholes allow companies to bypass and bend the rules.
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Tracking the overall trade in oil palm is complex due to its many derivatives, products and uses. Many of the trade codes used at an international level are not specific to oil palm and multiple codes can be used for similar products, making trade opaque.
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If the UK intends to uphold its commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 and demonstrate climate leadership, fast action on climate super-pollutants must be prioritised.