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4 August 2021
Myanmar forest certification system submitted for endorsement
PEFC system news
Please note: The assessment of the Myanmar forest certification system has been suspended. The endorsement process is therefore on hold until further notice.
3 August 2021
The forest is like a loving mother
Forests in photos
This month's photo in the spotlight is 'The Enchanting Walakiri Mangroves' by Ismail Abd. Muttalib, a runner up in our 2020 PEFC Photo Contest. Ismail tells us more about his photo and what is special about Mangrove forests.
28 July 2021
Winners of Ukrainian Photo Contest highlight the various meanings of forests
Forests in photos
Discover the stunning winners of Ukraine's 2021 ‘Experience Forests, Experience PEFC’ photo contest!
23 July 2021
Regional forest certification system for the Balkans submitted for endorsement
PEFC system news
The PEFC Balkan Forest Certification Scheme has been submitted to PEFC for endorsement. Find out more in our upcoming webinar.
19 July 2021
Ukraine celebrates the endorsement of its national system
PEFC system news
The Association National Voluntary Forest Certification System, our member for Ukraine, is the latest national forest certification system to achieve PEFC endorsement.
15 July 2021
AFIC and PEFC create a sustainability roadmap for a sustainable furniture supply chain
News
The partnership aims to improve sustainability outcomes within the furniture supply chain and build demand for certified forest and tree-based materials.
14 July 2021
Finland’s photo contest winners impress with stunning landscape photos
Forests in photos
Discover the winners chosen out of 3000 photos that entered PEFC Finland's national photo contest!
12 July 2021
‘New concept’ motorway service area: welcoming and sustainable thanks to PEFC-certified timber
Sustainable construction
Timber does not only give the construction a warm and modern atmosphere, but is also a great choice for our environment. The 644 m³ of PEFC-certified spruce sequestered 430 tonnes of CO₂.
8 July 2021
2021 PEFC Photo Contest – Magical forests impress PEFC Spain’s jury
Forests in photos
Spain's winning images impress with a sense of mystic and magic, showing the many different sides of forests and nature. Have a look!
6 July 2021
Public consultation: Danish forest certification system
PEFC system news
Give your feedback on the revised Danish forest certification system. Public consultation ends 2 September.
5 July 2021
Let us join hands and together care for our mother nature
Forests in photos
'Gems of the Borneo Jungle', showing a Blue-banded Pitta, is our photo of the month. Photographer Tuan Aufa shares his thoughts about forests and nature photography in his video.
1 July 2021
PEFC joins the UNFCCC Fashion for Global Climate Action initiative
Forests for Fashion
We are proud to announce that we have joined the UNFCCC Fashion for Global Climate Action initiative as a signatory to the Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action.
29 June 2021
PEFC Webinar: Certified paper packaging and the circular economy
News
Join our PEFC webinar to discover how certified paper packaging affects you and how you can play a larger part in the circular economy.
28 June 2021
Danish forest certification system submitted for assessment
PEFC system news
The Danish Forest Certification Scheme has been submitted to PEFC for assessment. Find out more in our upcoming webinar.
21 June 2021
Supporting Sustainable Rubber – join us for the campaign launch
Driving innovation
The inclusive campaign “PEFC Is Here” celebrates the role that millions of smallholders play in the creation of more than 40,000 kinds of essential goods.
16 June 2021
Celebrating our rainforests on World Rainforest Day
News
Taking place on 22 June, World Rainforest Day is a collaborative effort to raise awareness and encourage action to protect the world’s rainforests. Watch out for rainforest facts and videos on our social media channels!
15 June 2021
Public consultation: American Tree Farm System
PEFC system news
Give your feedback on the revised American Tree Farm System. Public consultation ends 13 August.
8 June 2021
FieldDay Ireland: PEFC-certified packaging for a better tomorrow
Certification on the ground
A recent brand refresh gave the company the opportunity to choose new packaging for their candles, soaps and home collection, matching the brand’s environmental credentials and commitment to sustainability.
7 June 2021
American Tree Farm System submitted for assessment
PEFC system news
The American Tree Farm System has been submitted to PEFC for assessment. Find out more in our upcoming webinar.
1 June 2021
I am stunned by the diversity and the power of regeneration of nature
Forests in photos
This month we hear from Vlad Ionescu, a runner up in our 2020 'Experience Forests, Experience PEFC’ photo contest, who tells us about his photo 'Harmony'.