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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.
6 March 2023
Forests are the lungs of the Earth, a place for plants to grow, a source of oxygen
Forests in photos
This March, our photo of the month is Sindoro Mountain, taken by Mujiono Dewa Kelana in Indonesia.
1 March 2023
Meet the experts that will guide you through our next webinar!
Upcoming event
Meet the panel of experts that we have convened to provide their insights into certification, and answer any of your concerns and questions.
28 February 2023
Public consultation: Swedish forest certification system
PEFC system news
Give your feedback on the revised Swedish National Forest Certification System. Deadline for comments is 27 April 2023.
24 February 2023
PEFC and PAFC at the One Forest Summit
Upcoming event
This March, world leaders gather in Gabon for the One Forest Summit. And PEFC will be there. Our members in the Congo Basin have developed a regional forest certification system, enabling the countries to use their forest resources in a responsible way.
21 February 2023
Public consultation: Latvian forest certification system
PEFC system news
Give your feedback on the revised Latvian PEFC Certification System. Deadline for comments is 20 April 2023.
17 February 2023
Swedish forest certification system submitted for assessment
PEFC system news
The Swedish National Forest Certification System has been submitted to PEFC for assessment. Find out more in our upcoming webinar.
16 February 2023
Växjö Town Hall and Train Station: sustainable, functional, and inviting
Sustainable construction
The iconic new railway station and public building won the Highly Commended prize for the 2022 Best Use of Certified Timber Prize, supported by PEFC.
15 February 2023
Joining the sustainable supply chain with PEFC chain of custody certification for the furniture industry
Upcoming event
Join us on 8-9 March for our free webinar, “Joining the links in the sustainable furniture supply chain with PEFC chain of custody certification”!
14 February 2023
Latvian forest certification system submitted for assessment
PEFC system news
The Latvian PEFC Certification System has been submitted to PEFC for assessment. Find out more in our upcoming webinar.
7 February 2023
The forest is a place of recreation and a source of income
Forests in photos
This month, we hear from Tuomo Vilkkilä, a runner-up in our 2022 PEFC Photo Contest, who shares how his stunning photo ‘Honkamatsä Dawn’ came about.
17 January 2023
Carbon stock and emissions mapping: PAFC leads the way
Driving innovation
Our members for the Republic of Congo, Cameroon and Gabon have jointly developed a regional forest certification system - the first to contain two new requirements linked to current climate issues.
12 January 2023
Join PEFC and SFI to collaborate for forests, people, and nature
Upcoming event
Early bird registration for PEFC Week 2023 in collaboration with the SFI Annual Conference is open! Join PEFC and SFI in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, 14-18 May 2023.