General Directorate of Forests and Forest Environment
The General Directorate of Forests and Forest Environment became the PEFC national member for Greece in 2024.
Since coming into office in 2023, the new Greek government has committed to developing a national forestry certification system to strengthen sustainable forest management in Greece.
This effort builds on a previous government-funded project that established a national sustainable forest management standard in Greece. The next step is the formal application for PEFC forest certification, ensuring that Greek forests meet internationally recognised sustainability criteria.
The General Directorate of Forests and Forest Environment will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving the PEFC Forest Management national standard in Greece.
This initiative marks a significant step toward enhancing forest resilience, promoting responsible forest management, and safeguarding Greece’s forests for future generations.
Greek system information
Joined PEFC: 11 November 2024