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Certification
The ECO Illegal Wildlife Trade Certification is a globally recognized certification designed to help organizations eliminate illegal wildlife trade from their supply chains and operations. It also ensures that their infrastructure is not exploited for wildlife trafficking.
Rooted in the principles of United for Wildlife’s Buckingham Palace Declaration, this certification establishes a structured management system that promotes accountability, compliance, and biodiversity protection while aligning with sustainability goals.
Developed with input from leading NGOs, law enforcement agencies, and industry experts, the certification provides voluntary standards for organizations seeking to enhance their commitment to wildlife conservation. Independent biannual assessments ensure credibility, transparency, and consistency across industries.
Beyond compliance, the certification allows organizations to identify and disclose biodiversity and sustainability-related risks that could impact their financial stability, regulatory standing, and stakeholder trust.
How IFW Supports You
At Impact for Wildlife, we help organizations prepare for, implement, and maintain the ECO Illegal Wildlife Trade Certification. Our services include:
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Certification Preparation & Consulting – Tailored guidance to meet certification requirements.
Wildlife Trade Risk Assessments – Identifying vulnerabilities in your supply chain.
Management Plans & Compliance Support – Developing policies to drive long-term sustainability.
Training & Capacity Building – Equipping teams with the knowledge to prevent wildlife trafficking.
With our expert-led approach, IFW members gain access to specialized consulting, ongoing support, and essential resources to achieve and maintain ECO certification.
Structured Compliance & Risk Management
The ECO IWT Certification empowers organizations to proactively identify, manage, and mitigate wildlife-related risks while unlocking opportunities for sustainable practices. By implementing a structured compliance framework, organizations can navigate regulatory requirements, stakeholder expectations, and industry-specific risks to effectively combat the illegal wildlife trade.
As part of the certification, organizations gain access to the Envosus software platform, which streamlines implementation through AI-powered guidance, structured compliance registers, targeted management plans, and mandatory training. This digital-first approach ensures efficient, data-driven decision-making while embedding long-term sustainability and accountability into daily operations.
