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9 October 2019
Sustainable packaging and certification solutions within the circular economy
News
Join us at the Consumer Goods Forum Sustainable Retail Summit as we learn how forest-based products provide critical solutions for global sustainability challenges.
8 October 2019
PEFC’s story, from Europe to the world
20th anniversary
2004 to 2010, six years of growth as we expanded from our European roots to become a truly international organization.
4 October 2019
Tree house made of PEFC-certified timber makes visitors want to return to their childhood
Sustainable construction
Designed for the Chelsea Flower Show in London, the tree house illustrated the show’s theme of ‘Back to Nature’.
2 October 2019
Give your feedback on the Vietnamese national forest certification system
PEFC system news
Stakeholders globally have until 25 November to give their feedback on the Vietnamese national system.
1 October 2019
Exploring new trends in sustainable forestry and green finance
Event report
'Re Thinking SFM' and celebrating the 20th anniversary of PEFC at the PEFC EU Policy Seminar.
30 September 2019
What is the role of space and time in sustainable forest management?
Event report
Sustainability is about more than just the environmental, social and economic dimensions. Also the dimensions of space and time need to be addressed for sustainable development to make a real difference on the ground.
25 September 2019
When I am in a forest, I feel calm and relaxed
Forests in photos
Tina Krapež, a runner up in our 2018 ‘Experience Forests, Experience PEFC’ photo contest, shares the story behind her image ´Walking towards the light’.
24 September 2019
PEFC – global forests providing a sustainable future for twenty years
20th anniversary
Riikka Joukio, a family forest owner and member of the PEFC International Board, looks back at 20 years of forest certification, and into a sustainable future.
23 September 2019
Singapore set to expand chain of custody certification and responsible sourcing of forest products
Event report
As a big consumer of imported materials, Singapore is being encouraged to become a centre of influence, committed to responsible procurement from the Asian region’s forests.
18 September 2019
We give the word to smallholders – the people we cannot fail
20th anniversary
On the occasion of our 20th anniversary, we give the word to the smallholders, who founded PEFC and are vital partners for us. Swedish forest owner Sven Erik Hammar speaks about smallholders and PEFC.
16 September 2019
Malaysia’s winning photos show the future of the forests
Forests in photos
The Malaysian Timber Certification Council chose its winning photos - have a look at them!
12 September 2019
Vietnam: The benefits of sustainable sourcing
News
VFCS invited more than ninety participants from the forest sector to discuss the business benefits that the forthcoming Vietnamese forest certification system will offer.
10 September 2019
Making forest certification work for everybody
20th anniversary
PEFC was founded by small- and family forest owners, and from early on, we had their needs at heart. Group certification makes PEFC certification attainable for all forest owners, including those with limited financial means.
6 September 2019
Humans, wildlife and forest landscapes – the winners of Sweden’s photo contest have it all
Forests in photos
Discover the winners of PEFC Sweden's ‘Experience Forests – Experience PEFC’ photo contest!
4 September 2019
The WAF shortlist – a library, a distillery and a university campus re-imagining timber construction
Sustainable construction
Have a look at the last three finalists for the Best Use of Certified Timber Prize, supported by PEFC, and discover the versatility and special atmosphere of timber buildings!
3 September 2019
Trees outside Forests: PEFC reaches beyond forests
20th anniversary
Millions of people rely on trees growing outside of forests to provide them with food, materials and their livelihoods. Last year, PEFC revolutionized forest certification by expanding it to Trees outside Forests.
30 August 2019
Winning photos show hard work and its results in Uruguay’s forests
Forests in photos
PEFC Uruguay presented the winners of their 2019 'Experience Forests, Experience PEFC' photo contest - have a look at them!
28 August 2019
The WAF shortlist: a moving kiosk and an opera house open for everybody
Sustainable construction
Two more finalists of the Best Use of Certified Timer Prize, supported by PEFC, highlight why timber is a really special construction material!
27 August 2019
PEFC governance & standards development: Clarifying roles and responsibilities
20th anniversary
In PEFC, standards are developed by standard setting working groups, the PEFC General Assembly gives the formal approval.
23 August 2019
Life is more beautiful in nature
Forests in photos
Rendra des Kurnia, a runner up in our 2018 ‘Experience Forests, Experience PEFC’ photo contest tells us about his photo ‘Spreading Seeds’.