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What is Certified Sustainable Palm Oil (CSPO)?

Certified Sustainable Palm Oil (CSPO) refers to palm oil produced in compliance with the principles and criteria set by the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). These standards ensure environmentally and socially responsible practices, including:​

  • No deforestation or destruction of high conservation value areas​
  • Fair treatment of workers and communities​
  • Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions​
  • Transparency and traceability throughout the supply chain

 

What is RSPO?

The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) is a multi-stakeholder organization that has developed a certification scheme for sustainable palm oil.

All RSPO-certified members must comply with the RSPO standards, a set of stringent standards governing sustainable palm oil production, such as the RSPO Principles and Criteria (P&C), RSPO Supply Chain Certification Standard (SCCS), or RSPO Independent Smallholder Standard.

The RSPO aims to promote the growth and use of responsibly sourced palm oil.

Our Journey Towards an RSPO-Certified Palm Oil Supply Chain

As RSPO members, we are committed to the RSPO certification process. We actively ensure compliance with and enhance sustainability standards through engagement in various avenues, including the RSPO Board of Governors, roundtable meetings, and collaborative working groups.

Musim Mas was the first company in Indonesia to join the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) in 2004. In 2009, we became the first plantation in Indonesia to be RSPO-certified.

As part of our Roadmap to Responsible Supply Base 2025, we have a target to have 100% of our mills be RSPO-certified by 2025, and are currently on track to achieve this target. Out of 18 mills, our 15 mills integrated with plantations are fully certified against the RSPO Principles and Criteria (P&C). Beyond our own operations, we also support independent smallholders in achieving RSPO certification.

Musim Mas adheres to relevant RSPO requirements for new developments and the expansion of plantation areas. We are committed to zero conversion of the natural ecosystems within our operations, particularly in high conservation value (HCV) areas, peatlands, and high carbon stock (HCS) forests. We also respect and uphold the human rights of all community members and obtain Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) before any development or expansion of our operations. All new development plans are reviewed against the RSPO New Planting Procedure (NPP) and its requirements.

View our profile and progress at RSPO.

Benefits of Choosing Certified Sustainable Palm Oil

Choosing certified sustainable palm oil from a trusted sustainable palm oil supplier like Musim Mas delivers environmental, social, and commercial value:

1. Environmental Protection:

Certified Sustainable Palm Oil helps preserve biodiversity, protect high conservation value areas, and reduce deforestation.

2. Social Responsibility:

Supports fair labor practices, smallholder inclusion, and community development throughout the supply chain.

3. Global Market Access:

Certified palm oil is increasingly demanded by responsible brands and consumers in the USA, India, Singapore, UAE, and Indonesia.

4. Stronger Brand Reputation:

Demonstrates corporate commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainability, meeting ESG and CSR expectations.

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