News
21 July 2025
Grandfathering clause to allow energy from RED II compliant fuels
Renewable Energy Directive
The competent authority in France has decided to invoke the grandfathering clause. As a result, PEFC will implement the following approach.
15 July 2025
Osaka World Expo 2025 and Japan continue to inspire
Sustainable construction
With over one million visitors already and now at the halfway point of its six-month duration, Osaka World Expo 2025 continues to impress global audiences, highlighting innovation, sustainability, and PEFC-certified timber.
7 July 2025
PEFC hosts first in-person gathering of certification and accreditation bodies
Event report
On 26 June, we welcomed experts from across the globe to our first in-person gathering of accreditation bodies and certification bodies. The event fostered open collaboration and sharing of insights on the implementation of our standards.
27 June 2025
PEFC helps Italian ‘Art Regenerate Life’ in Japan
Sustainable construction
The Italy Pavilion at Osaka Expo 2025 stands out as one of the most sustainable structures at Osaka Expo 2025, with over 85% of the 742m3 of wood used to build it, being PEFC-certified.
10 June 2025
Second edition of the Chain of Custody guidance document published
PEFC system news
Over the last three years we identified and gathered requests for clarifications within the Chain of Custody related standards. It is these additional clarifications you will find in the second edition of this guidance document.