The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is an international, non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting responsible management of the world’s forests. Since its foundation in 1994, FSC has grown to become the world’s most respected and widespread forest certification system.

On October 13th, FSC members passed a motion at the General Assembly (Motion 37) to make changes to the FSC Principles and Criteria to enable implementation of the Policy to Address Conversion.

We are the world’s most trusted forest certification scheme, dedicated to protecting the world’s forests the people and wildlife who call them home. Our globally consistent standards address important social, environmental and economic issues in the production of forest products.

Responsible sourcing of wood can benefit construction projects in many ways. Wood is more carbon and energy efficient in comparison to other building materials. However, wood can originate from unsustainable forest management practices which can undermine its benefits. This risk can be mitigated by sourcing FSC certified wood. FSC is the world’s most trusted sustainable forest management solution that adds environmental, social and economic benefits to construction projects.

FSC labels can be found on millions of products and items of packaging around the world. What does the label mean? Simply put: by choosing products with FSC labels, you are helping to take care of the world’s forests.