Sustainable Development Goals
SDG 12: Responsible consumption and production
Sustainable Development Goal
Renewability, resource efficiency, and responsible sourcing of forest products are central to sustainable production and consumption given the wealth of benefits forest can provide.
SDG 13: Climate action
Sustainable Development Goal
Forests are at the heart of the transition to low-carbon economies.
SDG 14: Life below water
Sustainable Development Goal
Many people would be surprised by forests’ contributions to “Life below water”, but forests play role that should not be underestimated.
SDG 15: Life on land
Sustainable Development Goal
Forests are among the most important repositories of biodiversity and their sustainable management is essential not only for conservation, but also for sustaining ecosystem functioning.
SDG 16: Peace, justice, and strong institutions
Sustainable Development Goal
A healthy forest sector can play a critical role in preventing conflict and distress migration, and in building peace. Forest producer organizations have proved themselves to be strong builders of democracy.