News
23 February 2021
PEFC FOR-TRADE project partners with UN-REDD to support sustainable and legal forest trade in the Lower Mekong Region
Driving innovation
The PEFC FOR-TRADE initiative is now working with the UN-REDD Programme as a key partner for their newly launched initiative.
22 February 2021
PEFC statement on the current situation in Myanmar - Update
News
PEFC is extremely concerned about the recent developments in Myanmar. We urge buyers to pay particular attention in their due diligence processes and, if in doubt, to apply the precautionary principle.
22 February 2021
Indonesian forest certification system submitted for endorsement
PEFC system news
The Indonesian national forest certification system has been submitted to PEFC for endorsement. Get ready for the public consultation with our upcoming webinar.
18 February 2021
Tomorrow’s Timber Talks – Towards the next building revolution
Sustainable construction
In the webinar Tomorrow’s Timber Talks, architectural engineer Pablo van der Lugt will outline the potential of timber construction in our time of resource scarcity and climate change, and discuss the key benefits of timber as a construction material.
16 February 2021
Arjowiggins’ Sylvicta: a sustainable wood-based alternative to plastic packaging
Certification on the ground
As demand for environmentally friendly packaging grows, Arjopapers has launched Sylvicta, a ground-breaking alternative to plastic packaging, using PEFC-certified wood pulp. The translucent paper is fully recyclable, compostable and biodegradable.