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1 March 2022
The forest is a place to relax, breathe and meditate
Forests in photos
This month, we hear from Radenko Malic, a runner up in our 2021 PEFC Photo Contest. In our interview, Radenko shared the story behind his photo taken in a forest in Serjuče Moravče Slovenia.
23 February 2022
Thanks to PEFC certification, our company enjoys greater visibility and respect
Certification on the ground
Italian furniture manufacturer Warm and Wood is committing to a more sustainable future for the world’s forests, by using PEFC-certified wood. We talked to Alessandra Tornieri from Warm and Wood about business ethics and the responsibility we have for future generations.
18 February 2022
Forest certification system of Australia and New Zealand submitted for assessment
PEFC system news
The Responsible Wood Forest Certification System has been submitted to PEFC for assessment. Find out more in our upcoming webinar.
10 February 2022
PEFC Job Posting - Key Account Manager
Job vacancy
We are looking for a Key Account Manager responsible for growing awareness of and demand for PEFC forest certification and certified pulp, paper and fibre-based packaging, in the global marketplace. Apply before 18 March!
9 February 2022
Editorial changes to the PEFC product categories
PEFC system news
The revised list of categories, released in October 2021, has undergone an editorial review and the latest version is now available.
2 February 2022
We rise above regulations to prepare for tomorrow’s challenges
Certification on the ground
In the latest interview of our series, we hear from Jens Van Rompaey from Unilin, who explains why using certified timber is vital in today’s world, and why Unilin chose PEFC certification.
1 February 2022
Wandering in the forest takes all your troubles away
Forests in photos
This month, we hear from Timo Sundgren, a runner up in our 2021 PEFC Photo Contest, who shares the story behind his stunning photo ‘Mirror Image of Beasts’.
19 January 2022
It makes me extremely proud to be part of a company that contributes to protecting the world’s forest
Certification on the ground
Pepe Garden Furniture is a manufacturer and retailer of wooden garden furniture. Operations Director Rachel Hart shared why sustainability is the way forward, and why the company chose PEFC to demonstrate its responsible practices.
18 January 2022
Berlinovo apartment building – hybrid construction with PEFC-certified timber
Sustainable construction
PEFC-certified timber stars in a new residential complex in Berlin, realized as a timber hybrid construction. The affordable housing project, using over 500 m3 of PEFC-certified cross laminated timber.
13 January 2022
PAFC Congo Basin regional certification system achieves PEFC endorsement
PEFC system news
The Pan African Forest Certification (PAFC) Congo Basin regional system has achieved PEFC endorsement. This is the world’s first PEFC endorsed regional forest certification system.
11 January 2022
Being PEFC certified provides essential value for us
Certification on the ground
In our latest interview, Natàlia Carmona, Director of Food Quality and Safety at Spanish cardboard packaging manufacturer Alzamora Group, shared her thoughts on sustainability and respect for the environment.
5 January 2022
Forests give me inspiration for my work and lots of good stories
Forests in photos
This January, our photo in the spotlight is ‘The Man and the Forest’, the winning image of the 2021 PEFC Photo Contest. In our interview, photographer Vitalii Popkov told us the story behind his stunning photo.
4 January 2022
PEFC announces departure of CEO
Organisation news
We begin 2022 with the announcement that Ben Gunneberg is departing PEFC after a long and distinguished career as Secretary General/CEO.
22 December 2021
A sustainable celebration with PEFC – European cities choose certified Christmas trees
News
Again this year, several European cities celebrate in sustainable style by choosing PEFC-certified firs and spruces as their Christmas trees.
17 December 2021
PEFC looks back on a game-changing year for sustainable rubber
Driving innovation
Despite worldwide supply chain disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the drive to achieve sustainability in the rubber industry saw its most successful year yet in 2021. The stage is now set to achieve broad sustainability in the natural rubber industry in the years to come.
16 December 2021
Skjern Paper: becoming a sustainability leader with PEFC
Certification on the ground
The PEFC certificate opens opportunities for collaboration. It makes us more attractive for companies who are or wish to become a part of the PEFC chain of custody system,” says Nana Simonsen from Skjern Paper.
14 December 2021
European companies committed to sustainable rubber find partners in Southeast Asia
Driving innovation
Last month, hundreds of representatives from the natural rubber industry gathered for an online meeting focusing on sustainability in the rubber sector.
7 December 2021
Our entire future must be sustainable
Forests in photos
This month, our photo in the spotlight is ‘Traveling in your own country’, taken by Pieter Vandenheede in Belgium. The photographer told us the story behind his photo and why we have to take good care of our forests.
6 December 2021
PEFC releases new list of PEFC product categories
PEFC system news
The PEFC product categories are a key element in the implementation of the PEFC chain of custody by certified organisations and certification bodies. The revised list of PEFC product categories is now available.
3 December 2021
Strategic roadmap launched to promote sustainable supply chains for the fashion industry in Singapore
Forests for Fashion
The Textile and Fashion Federation and PEFC launch a three-year strategic roadmap to promote fashion supply chain sustainability and responsible procurement in Singapore.