domino stop

COVID-19 Updates

Through these tumultuous times, FSC and our certificate holders are working hard to maintain the strength and resilience of our system. We will keep you updated with all the latest developments. Read the latest updates.

Find out more
COVID

COVID-19 Update for CBs

We have updated the derogation that allows certification bodies unable to conduct on-site audits to either postpone the audit or replace it with desk audits. Internal auditors of group and multi-site certificates will soon be given similar options.

Find Out More
FSC For Members

For Members & Potential Members

Our members are essential to shaping our strategies. Joining as a member provides many benefits, including access to our exclusive members' portal.
Read More
FSC CH and CB

For Certificate Holders & Certification Bodies

Find relevant information on standards and how to implement them, tailored for your needs. Explore the tools we offer to support your work.
Read More
FSC For Business

For Businesses

Consumers are increasingly demanding eco-friendly and responsible products. FSC provides many benefits to business, including marketing support.
Read More
worker on farm

Impact Stories

From Bush to Charcoal: the Greenest Charcoal Comes from Namibia

Faced with extreme climate conditions, Namibian farmers have learnt to diversify their activities, especially by producing FSC-certified charcoal.

Read More

Integrity Stories

FSC Receives International Trademark Association Award

FSC recently received an award from the International Trademark Association (INTA), a global association dedicated to support trademarks.

Read More
inta award
arauco

Innovation Stories

Ecotourism in Oncol Park: Arauco’s Treasure in Chile

The FSC Ecosystem Service Procedure has helped Arauco to verify its positive impacts on ecotourism services. The global forestry company has managed to protect a severely threatened forest while ensuring it benefits the local, scientific, and educational communities.

Read More

Social Media Highlights

weird looking animal
Today we're celebrating the immense biodiversity of forests by introducing you to some of the...
forest and light
FSC’s principle decision-making platform, the triennial General Assembly, has been postponed to 2021...
timber
"Building with timber can ameliorate climate change, as it produces less greenhouse gas emissions...
fight climate change
We're looking forward to it! Stay tuned for more information on this upcoming podcast series.
ecosystems
Exceptional display by Alison von Ketteler, manager of hashtag#FSC's Ecosystem Service Program at...
More at Linkedin
public forests
Great to see our event 'The Value of FSC to Europe's Public Forests' is going well in Prague. Stay...
More at Linkedin
I'm the Swietenia Mahogany
Oh, hello there! I'm the Swietenia Mahogany! I can be found in several Brazilian states – for...
bees
Today is World Food Day! October is a great time to forage for forest foods like mushrooms and...
More at Linkedin
International Rural Women Day
It’s International Day of Rural Women, and we’re celebrating the integral role rural women play in...
Kim Carstensen

Root of the matter

Thoughts from FSC’s Director General

Read more