Global public consultations

Public consultations are a vital part of the development process of our international standards. They are when you get to read the draft, make your comments and give direct feedback.

This is important for gaining additional observations and insights, helping the working group to shape the standard to ensure it meets stakeholder expectations. We provide a response to every comment we receive.

All consultations are run through our online consultation tool and are open for at least 60 days. If you are looking for public consultations on national forest certification systems, you can find them here.

Current public consultations

ST 1004, Requirements for Certification Bodies operating Certification against PEFC Endorsed Forest Management Standards

ST 1004 sets the requirements for certification bodies carrying out PEFC forest management certification. With this new standard, we are harmonizing the requirements for certification bodies, ensuring consistency in the implementation of PEFC sustainable forest management certification worldwide.

To submit your comments, please fill in this form – you will immediately receive a link to the document and instructions on how to give your feedback. 

The deadline for comments is 10 January 2023.