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30 November 2021
Best Use of Certified Timber Prize – WAF and PEFC announce the winner
Sustainable construction
The winning project is a cutting-edge showcase for engineered timber, not only in terms of the aesthetic but also what it contributes to a carbon-zero future.
29 November 2021
Public consultation: Slovakian forest certification system
PEFC system news
Give your feedback on the revised Slovak Forest Certification Scheme. Public consultation ends 27 January 2022.
26 November 2021
PEFC International EU office moves to the “heart of the EU”
News
The move brings the office closer to our stakeholders and partners, and will facilitate exchange and knowledge sharing.
25 November 2021
PEFC Board elections 2021
Organisation news
Two new members elected to the PEFC International Board. Eduardo Rojas Briales elected as the new Chair, and three members re-elected.
23 November 2021
Farewell to our Chair: Peter Latham steps down from the PEFC Board
Organisation news
After ten years on the PEFC International Board of Directors, Peter Latham has stepped down as Chair of the PEFC Board following his five-year tenure.
19 November 2021
Slovakian forest certification system submitted for assessment
PEFC system news
The Slovak Forest Certification Scheme has been submitted to PEFC for assessment. Find out more in our upcoming webinar.
17 November 2021
Eduardo Rojas Briales elected as new PEFC Chair
Organisation news
We are delighted to announce that Eduardo Rojas Briales is the new Chair of PEFC International. He takes over the Chairmanship from Peter Latham, who has held the position since 2016.
16 November 2021
PEFC certification allows us to trade sustainable natural rubber in a transparent supply chain
Certification on the ground
In our interview series Meeting our Certified Companies, we give the word to people on the ground. Our latest interview partner is Hans Evers from Weber & Schaer.
16 November 2021
2021 PEFC Photographer of the Year – winner announced!
Forests in photos
Have a look at the winning photo of our 2021 'Experience Forests, Experience PEFC' photo contest - the best of 5000 photos entered into the contest!
11 November 2021
Discover how PEFC is bridging the supply and demand gap for sustainable natural rubber
Driving innovation
PEFC is ready to act as a market connector to help bring together the producers of sustainable rubber with the many manufacturers looking to buy it. Join our webinar to find out more.
2 November 2021
Forests have helped me to connect with mother nature since my very first track
Forests in photos
This November, our photo in the spotlight is 'Between Thaw and the Patagonian Forest’, taken by Guisel Soto Campos, a runner-up in our 2020 PEFC Photo Contest.
1 November 2021
COP26: PEFC calls on world leaders to recognise the crucial contribution of forest certification in tackling climate change
News
COP26 must recognise the vital role of forests and forest products in climate change mitigation and adaptation to achieve the objectives of the Paris Agreement, including limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C.
28 October 2021
Meeting our certified companies – HOLZ.LIEB.ICH
Certification on the ground
Our latest interview partner is Thomas Koy, Managing Director of HOLZ.LIEB.ICH in Bavaria, Germany, who told us about the importance of sustainability, regionality, and traceability for wooden products.
25 October 2021
Best Use of Certified Timber Prize: a students’ residence and an innovation hub highlight the warmth and strength of timber
Sustainable construction
Let’s discover two more finalists: a home for students that offers a warm and inviting living space, and a research centre that used timber for its strength and environmental friendliness.
18 October 2021
Best Use of Certified Timber Prize: a gymnastics centre and a research facility show the flexibility and robustness of timber
Sustainable construction
Have a look at two more finalists: a gymnastics centre that can be converted into an exhibition hall, and a research facility that chose timber for its robustness against corrosive sea air and cyclones.
13 October 2021
PEFC Webinar: Collaboration for Forest Positive actions
Driving innovation
We invite brand owners and retailers looking to understand the full pathway between the CGF Roadmap, certification requirements, and on the ground audits, to join our PEFC webinar.
11 October 2021
Best Use of Certified Timber Prize: A climate-friendly retreat and a biophilic workplace highlight the benefits of timber
Sustainable construction
This week, we present two more shortlisted projects: a microlibrary that brings people together, and an office building that provides a healthy and pleasant workplace for its users.
7 October 2021
Southeast Asia leads the way on Sustainable Rubber. Major manufacturers are taking notice.
Driving innovation
A supply chain worth hundreds of billions. An industry employing tens of millions. But is it sustainable? Rubber producers in Southeast Asia are demonstrating that, yes, it can be.
5 October 2021
Forests are so important we should take much better care of them
Forests in photos
This October, our photo in the spotlight is ‘Foleys Bridge’, taken by Agnieszka Glowala, a runner up in our 2020 ‘Experience Forests, Experience PEFC’ photo contest.
4 October 2021
Best Use of Certified Timber Prize: two finalists showcase the flexibility and design qualities of timber
Sustainable construction
The first projects in the spotlight are a Danish research centre with an extraordinary landmark design, and a movable kiosk, inspired by the local market stalls in Hong Kong.