The national sustainable forest management standard of Spain, endorsed by PEFC on 30 June 2014. The review date is 14 November 2019.

PT. Indah Kiat Pulp and Paper - Perawang Mills (SGS-PEFC/CoC-0858): Investigation into alledged presence of mixed tropical hardwoods into PEFC-certified products

Complaint against APP: PT. Indah Kiat Pulp and Paper - Perawang Mills (SGS-PEFC/CoC 0858)

2012 was a pivotal year for us. As our previous five-year management period concludes, it is reassuring to see that we have achieved our main goal: the firm establishment, legitimacy and acceptance of PEFC in the sustainable forest management arena.

The rules for the issuance of PEFC logo use licenses by the PEFC Council to ensure legally compliant use of the PEFC logo in accordance with the PEFC Logo Usage Rules. This document has been replaced by PEFC GD 1005:2020, the transition date was 14 February 2023.

The requirements for certification bodies providing chain of custody certification services in countries without authorised bodies.

The entire London 2012 Olympic Park development achieved dual Project Certification from PEFC and FSC for its timber usage – the first dual Project Certification in the world.

"Beyond timber" is the theme of the 2011 Annual Review, reflecting changes that have taken place over the past few years in the forest-based sector, among forest users and uses. It reflects the outlook for forest certification and PEFC.

Do you want to know more about PEFC Project Chain of Custody certification? Discover how it works, to whom it applies and a list of the different steps involved in applying for and achieving Project Chain of Custody certification.

Complaint by PEFC against certificates held by APP in Indonesia

2010 was in many ways the 'Year of Society'. Our activities were aimed at ensuring increased attention to social issues and greater inclusion of previously disadvantaged or disenfranchised stakeholders in sustainable forest management. We also saw renewed efforts to readjust the balance between the three pillars of sustainable development: environmental protection, economic viability and social equity.

The requirements that entities must follow when using the PEFC logo. This edition has been replaced by PEFC ST 2001:2020. The transition date was 14 August 2022.

2009 saw the tenth anniversary of PEFC. Over the past ten years, we have seen forest certification grow to cover 8% of the world’s forest area and over a quarter of the world’s roundwood production. And of that, PEFC is responsible for two thirds of the areas and volumes.

The requirements for the administration of a PEFC scheme, including: PEFC notification of certification bodies; PEFC logo usage licensing; operation of the PEFC registration system; and complaint and dispute procedures.

The procedures for the development of technical documents to ensure objectivity, efficiency, and transparency amongst participating stakeholders. The structure of the PEFC technical documentation is given in PEFC GD 1001.

“Change” – this is how 2008 can best be described for PEFC. Following a strategic review in 2007 and a Governance Review completed in mid-2008, we have prepared ourselves for the opportunities and challenges the coming years will bring.

The requirements for identification, status (mandatory versus recommendatory provisions), the development (including formal approval) and public availability of the technical documentation developed and governed by the PEFC Council.

2007 will be remembered as a turning point for PEFC. The last 8 years have seen PEFC develop from a small regional scheme into the global leader in certified area and volume. It was fitting therefore that in 2007 the PEFC undertook a major strategic review.

Defines the certification and accreditation procedures for national certification schemes.

The responsibilities and actions of PEFC Council and PEFC National Governing Bodies for the investigation and resolution of complaints and appeals.