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15 May 2023
PEFC General Assembly welcomes two international stakeholder members
Organisation news
Mayr-Melnhof Holz and Mercer International were accepted by PEFC as international stakeholder members during our 28th General Assembly, in Vancouver, Canada.
12 May 2023
Call for nominations: PEFC Chain of Custody Working Group
PEFC system news
PEFC invites stakeholders globally to nominate candidates for the vacant seats on the permanent PEFC Chain of Custody Working Group. Deadline for nominations is 11 June 2023.
5 May 2023
PEFC Sponsors World Conference on Timber Engineering
Sustainable construction
WCTE is one of the world’s leading forums for presenting the latest scientific, technical and architectural innovations in timber construction and attracts a wide audience of those interested in new thinking.
4 May 2023
PEFC’s active engagement in the new EU Deforestation Regulation
EU Deforestation Regulation
In our recent PEFC webinar, we presented the new EU Deforestation Regulation and PEFC’s related work. In this first part, hear about PEFC's support to the EU and how the new Regulation will bring global implications for trading in and with the EU.
4 May 2023
The new EU Deforestation Regulation must have a positive impact on smallholders
EU Deforestation Regulation
In our third micro topic, discover how the new Regulation needs to have a positive impact on smallholders, besides its impact on biodiversity and climate.
4 May 2023
How will companies be able to benefit from PEFC under the EU Deforestation Regulation?
EU Deforestation Regulation
Hear how companies can take advantage of PEFC certification to demonstrate compliance with the new Regulation.
2 May 2023
The forest is a place to recharge my batteries
Forests in photos
‘Green Green Green’ was a winner of PEFC Denmark’s 2022 photo contest and a finalist in the International contest. Learn more about the stunning photo in our interview.
1 May 2023
Collaboration and exchange in Oceania and Japan
Travel report
Our CEO Michael Berger visited Australia, New Zealand, and Japan last month, to engage with industry partners, stakeholders, and certified organizations.
26 April 2023
Gulou Bridge Waterfront: Timber Bridge connects the local cultural heritage with rural development
Sustainable construction
Hundreds of PEFC-certified wooden elements are bolted together to form the bridge, paying tribute to the traditional construction techniques employed in the rural villages of southern China.
12 April 2023
PEFC Webinar: Introduction to the new EU Deforestation Regulation
EU Deforestation Regulation
Join us on Thursday 20 April for a special PEFC webinar introducing the new EU Deforestation Regulation and our related work. Discover how PEFC is aligned with the regulation and how companies can benefit from PEFC certification to demonstrate their compliance.
4 April 2023
The forest is life – every day, it writes a new script, and we can be part of it
Forests in photos
This April, our Photo of the Month is 'New Life'. Taken by Peter Hozza in Slovakia, it shows a fox cub wandering through the forest. The photo was one of the winners of PEFC Slovakia’s 2022 Photo Contest, and a finalist in the International contest.
31 March 2023
Registration open for PEFC initial chain of custody auditor training in May
Training announcements
Auditors, reviewers, and certification decision makers are invited to register for a PEFC recognized chain of custody initial training on 10-11 May 2023. Registration is now closed.
29 March 2023
EDGE Suedkreuz Berlin: an office building of the future
Sustainable construction
Berlin is home to one of the largest modular timber-hybrid constructions in Europe. The seven-storey office complex EDGE Suedkreuz Berlin sets new standards in sustainable construction.
28 March 2023
Public consultation: Korean forest certification system
PEFC system news
Give your feedback on the revised Korea Forest Certification Scheme. Deadline for comments is 25 May 2023.
27 March 2023
PEFC "Best of the Best" Photo Contest 2023
Forests in photos
After six years of the PEFC Photo Contest, this year we're looking back at some of the amazing photos we've received since 2017 - and asking you to vote on your favourite!
22 March 2023
Korean forest certification system submitted for assessment
PEFC system news
The Korean National Forest Certification System has been submitted to PEFC for assessment. Find out more in our upcoming webinar.
21 March 2023
Celebrating our forests on Forest Day
International Day of Forests
Under the theme “Healthy forests for healthy people”, we cherish forests for the many things they do for our health, and look at ways of keeping our forests healthy.
16 March 2023
PEFC welcomes Siti Syaliza Mustapha as new Deputy Secretary General
Organisation news
We are delighted to announce that Siti Syaliza Mustapha is our new Deputy Secretary General and COO. Siti has been in her new position since 1 March.
15 March 2023
Joining the sustainable supply chain with PEFC chain of custody certification for the furniture industry
Event report
During our latest Chain of Custody webinar for the furniture industry, attendees learned how they can meet the soaring demand for responsibly sourced furniture, comply with legislative and regulatory requirements and prove their commitment to responsible sourcing.
13 March 2023
Austria’s historic parliament building reopens with PEFC-certified furniture
Certification on the ground
Austrian furniture manufacturer Bene won the tender to furnish the offices, thanks in part to its sustainable approach towards wood.