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25 July 2019
The forest is a natural beauty
Forests in photos
This month, Tan Ee Long, a runner up in our 2018 ‘Experience Forests, Experience PEFC’ photo contest, shares the story behind his photo ‘Enchanting Forest’.
24 July 2019
PEFC Chain of Custody and PEFC Trademarks public consultations over
PEFC system news
Stakeholders from around the world have had their say, giving vital feedback on these revised international standards.
23 July 2019
Small-forest owners at the heart of PEFC
20th anniversary
Small-forest owners are important. They are the reason we were created. But how do we ensure that they can access certification?
22 July 2019
World Architecture Festival and PEFC present shortlisted construction projects
Sustainable construction
We are delighted to announce the eleven finalists for the 2019 Best Use of Certified Timber Prize.
18 July 2019
Fun and games in the forest are in the spotlight of Slovakian photo contest
Forests in photos
Have a look at the winning images of PEFC Slovakia's photo contest!
17 July 2019
Japan forum champions power of certification
Event report
More than 150 PEFC members from across the Asia-Pacific region gathered at the Sustainable Green Ecosystem Council/PEFC International Forest Certification Forum in Japan last month.
16 July 2019
PEFC’s story, the early years
20th anniversary
As we celebrate our 20th anniversary, over the next few months we’re going to be taking a look at our history. Today it is our early years.
15 July 2019
The world’s highest timber building opened in Norway
Sustainable construction
The revolutionary use of timber in its construction and cladding makes the tower an internationally renowned signal building.
12 July 2019
Hidden paths and surprising discoveries in PEFC Italy’s photo contest
Forests in photos
Discover the winning photos of PEFC Italy's 'Scatta il bosco PEFC 2019' photo contest!
10 July 2019
Humans of the Forests – Roberto’s story
Forests in photos
In the second video of the series, we hear from Roberto, a community activist who wants to rebuild his village with PEFC-certified timber, after it was devastated by an earthquake.
9 July 2019
PEFC – A manifestation of a passion for forests
20th anniversary
PEFC has turned 20, but what was the situation before this, what led to our creation back in June 1999? Let’s take a look…
5 July 2019
Spain’s winning photos impress with wonderful landscapes
Forests in photos
We proudly present the winners of PEFC Spain's 'Disfruta del Bosque con PEFC 2019' photo contest - have a look!
2 July 2019
There’s still time to give your opinion on PEFC Chain of Custody and PEFC Trademarks
PEFC system news
You have until 9 July 2019 to give your feedback on our revised Chain of Custody and Trademarks standards.
1 July 2019
PEFC turns 20 – celebrate with us!
20th anniversary
Learn more about our year of celebrations and the history and future of PEFC!
28 June 2019
Forests for peace and well-being: PEFC at APFW
Event report
Five action-packed days for the PEFC team at the 2019 Asia-Pacific Forestry Week. Find out more!
26 June 2019
Sydney Metro Northwest becomes first public transport project to achieve PEFC project certification
Sustainable construction
The new Sydney Metro is the first project of its type the southern hemisphere to achieve PEFC project certification.
21 June 2019
When there is no forest, there will be no us
Forests in photos
Chaiwut Temyod, a runner up in our 2018 ‘Experience Forests, Experience PEFC’ photo contest tells us about his photo ‘Grow the future’.
19 June 2019
Myanmar’s forests gain visibility through PEFC membership
PEFC system news
The PEFC family welcomes Myanmar as the 51st member of the PEFC Alliance.
18 June 2019
Forest certification: it’s about collaboration for peace and well-being
Event report
Ben Gunneberg, PEFC CEO, speaks at Asia-Pacific Forestry Week, highlighting the true value of certification and its indirect benefits.
17 June 2019
PEFC welcomes Vietnam as the 50th member of the family
PEFC system news
Vietnam was voted in by the PEFC General Assembly through a postal ballot, and is already developing the national forest certification system.