Certified Wildlife Friendly®
Wildlife Friendly® Enterprise Network
Products may be certified by WFEN if:
Key Strengths
- Directly links product sales to wildlife conservation and habitat protection
- Covers diverse product categories including textiles, tea, coffee, rice, and cacao
- Supports producers in biodiversity-critical regions across Africa, Asia, and the Americas
- Empowers local communities to coexist economically with wildlife
- Connects certified producers to sustainability-driven global brands and conscious consumers
- Integrates regenerative agriculture principles alongside wildlife protection
Ideal For
This certification is best suited for agricultural producers, textile manufacturers, and food/beverage brands (tea, coffee, cacao, rice) operating in biodiversity-rich regions who want to demonstrate coexistence with wildlife. It is particularly valuable for small-to-medium enterprises in developing countries seeking market access to sustainability-conscious consumers and brands. Organizations looking to differentiate their products with a credible, nature-positive label will find this certification highly relevant.
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Overview
Products may be certified by WFEN if:
Requirements & Verification
Evidence Requirements
Conformity with Certified Wildlife Friendly®'s standard is verified by our own organization (second party).
Prerequisites
Assessment Process
Certification is assessed through a second-party verification process conducted by the Wildlife Friendly Enterprise Network. Applicants submit documentation demonstrating compliance with the Certified Wildlife Friendly® standard, covering wildlife protection practices, habitat conservation measures, and community benefit criteria. WFEN staff review submitted evidence and may conduct site visits or remote verification. There is no written exam; assessment is documentation- and performance-based.
Consider Alternatives If...
Organizations seeking a broadly recognized, third-party independently audited certification may find the second-party verification model less credible with some buyers. Producers outside the program's current geographic focus areas or those in industries not covered by the standard (e.g., pure services or digital products) should consider alternative certifications.
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Program WebsiteWildlife Friendly® Enterprise NetworkLast verified Mar 11, 2026