Call for Participation in Biomass Open Origin Standard for Tracking (BOOST) Community Group
The Biomass Open Origin Standard for Tracking (BOOST) Community Group has been launched:
The BOOST Community Group brings together stakeholders from across the biomass value chain to develop interoperable data formats and protocols for tracking biomass materials from source to end-use. Our mission is to improve transparency, verification, and trust in biomass supply chains through standardized digital systems.
Purpose and Scope
This Community Group aims to:
- Define common data models, vocabularies, and exchange formats for biomass chain of custody information
- Improve interoperability between existing traceability systems
- Create specifications supporting sustainable biomass verification across international supply chains
- Enable digital integration between forestry, agriculture, processing, and energy production systems
Who Should Participate
We welcome participation from:
- Forestry and agricultural organizations
- Bioenergy and biomaterial producers
- Sustainability certification bodies
- Supply chain technology providers
- Policymakers and regulators
- Academic and research institutions
Join us in shaping open technologies that enhance transparency, reduce administrative burden, and support verified sustainability claims throughout the biomass supply chain.
In order to join the group, you will need a W3C account. Please note, however, that W3C Membership is not required to join a Community Group.
This is a community initiative. This group was originally proposed on 2025-04-17 by Peter Tittmann. The following people supported its creation: Peter Tittmann, Daniel Sanchez, Joao Ferreira, Elizabeth Betan and Liam Kilroy. W3Cโs hosting of this group does not imply endorsement of the activities.
The group must now choose a chair. Read more about how to get started in a new group and good practice for running a group.
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Thank you,
W3C Community Development Team
