ABC of EUDR 1115 / 2023

Explanatory guide on the European Union Regulation (EUDR) 2023/1115, focusing on the requirements for exporting deforestation-free products from Colombia to the EU. It addresses the objectives of the EUDR, such as reducing deforestation and associated carbon emissions, as well as ensuring that key products (such as coffee, cocoa and oil palm) meet sustainability criteria. It includes information on due diligence obligations, traceability of raw materials, and penalties for non-compliance. In addition, it highlights specific opportunities for Colombia, such as its potential to expand deforestation-free cultivation and its leadership in key commodities. It also highlights the EUDR's connection to global commitments such as the European Green Pact and the Paris Agreement.