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12 June 2024

TradeAware: The End-to-End Solution for EUDR Compliance by LiveEO

EU Deforestation Regulation

TradeAware simplifies your compliance journey by easily gathering all required information in one place and seamlessly integrating with your existing management systems, enabling end-to-end compliance at scale.

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.

6 June 2025

Indigenous Engagement Manager

Job vacancy

We are looking for an Indigenous Engagement Manager to provide strategic direction on PEFC’s programme and serve as the senior subject matter expert on Indigenous Relations.

5 June 2025

Public consultation: Indian forest certification system

PEFC system news

Stakeholders from around the world are invited to give feedback on NCCF’s Sustainable Forest Management System. Deadline for comments is 12 July.

4 June 2025

PEFC participates at the Conference for Science and Resilient Forests, organised by the Polish EU Presidency

Event report

Discussions covered a variety of EU priority topics such as the proposed Forest Monitoring Law, the new Bioeconomy Strategy, nature conservation and the growing societal expectations on forests.

3 June 2025

Public consultation: South African regional certification system

PEFC system news

Stakeholders from around the world are invited to give feedback on the SAFAS Regional Scheme. Deadline for comments is 4 July.

30 May 2025

Türkiye, Lithuania, and Croatia achieve PEFC endorsement

Organisation news

During the PEFC Forest Forum earlier this month, the PEFC Alliance endorsed the national forest certification systems of Türkiye and Lithuania, along with Croatia’s national standard. This milestone opens the door for PEFC-certified forests in all three countries.

26 May 2025

From iconic landmarks to sustainable sanctuaries: how projects around the globe are using certified timber

Sustainable construction

Timber is more than a building material; it tells a story. It’s a story that begins in the forest and continues into homes, schools, places of worship, and public buildings that define how we live and connect.

26 May 2025

PEFC and Responsible Wood champion sustainable timber at WCTE 2025

Sustainable construction

We are pleased to announce our joint sponsorship of the World Conference on Timber Engineering (WCTE) 2025, hosted in Brisbane in June, in partnership with our member for Australasia, Responsible Wood.

23 May 2025

Czech pavilion delivers PEFC spiral success

Sustainable construction

Designed by Prague-based Apropos Architects, the Czech national pavilion contains 800m³ of PEFC certified Sylva™ CLT walls and floors from Stora Enso.

23 May 2025

Building Bridges: Connecting Forestry to Construction

Sustainable construction

In February, the key findings from the Innovative Mapping and Processes to Advance Construction Timber Transparency (IMPACTT) project were published by the Alliance for Sustainable Building Products (ASBP).

23 May 2025

PEFC certified wood: a strategic partner in Green Building Schemes

Sustainable construction

As businesses increasingly adopt responsible timber sourcing policies, green building standards continue to demand sustainably sourced wood and forest products for customers and clients.

13 May 2025

PEFC Annual Review – The highlights of our work in 2024

PEFC Forest Forum

We are delighted to present our 2024 PEFC Annual Review! 2024 marked a milestone year for the PEFC Alliance as we celebrated 25 years of promoting sustainable forest management around the world.

12 May 2025

PEFC General Assembly Greenlights RED III Standards

PEFC system news

PEFC has developed the PEFC RED III standards, which were approved by the PEFC General Assembly on 8 May 2025, in alignment with the RED III (Renewable Energy Directive).

2 May 2025

Indian forest certification system submitted for assessment

PEFC system news

The public consultation, which is your chance to give your feedback on this revised system, will run from 13 May to 12 July 2025.

16 April 2025

South African regional forest certification system submitted for assessment

PEFC system news

The public consultation, which is your chance to give your feedback on this new regional system, will run from 5 May to 4 July 2025.

15 April 2025

Austria hits PEFC high note with Osaka Expo Pavilion

Sustainable construction

Spanning an overall area of 940m2 and serving as a ‘hub of ideas’, Austria’s pavilion includes exhibition space reflecting their role as a pioneer in ‘green technologies, sustainable architecture and digital innovation’.

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