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    As the leader in sustainable forestry, FSC is trusted to protect forests for all, forever.
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  - What the FSC labels mean
    
    Every FSC label stands for sustainable sourcing that puts forests and people first.
    Learn more about our labels >
  - Explore certification
    
    Show your commitment to responsible forestry by becoming FSC certified.
    Learn more about certification >
- Innovation
  - Earth observation
    
    We’re harnessing the power of satellite data to help auditors monitor forest health.
    Learn more >
  - FSC Trace
    
    Estamos utilizando blockchain para garantizar el cumplimiento de la certificación en toda la cadena de suministro.
    Aprende más >
  - Wood identification
    
    We're piloting cutting-edge technology to trace and prove the origins of wood.
    Learn more >
- FSC standards
  - FSC standards
    
    Our rigorous forest certification standards are the foundation of the FSC system.
    Learn more >
  - Current processes
    
    See which policies, standards and procedures are currently being strengthened.
    Learn more >
- System integrity
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    We’re committed to upholding the credibility and transparency of the FSC system.
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- About FSC
  
  As the leader in sustainable forestry, FSC is trusted to protect forests for all, forever.
  Learn more about FSC >
  
  Learn more about our work
  Why forests matter
  How the FSC system works
  FSC solutions
  FSC’s 2021-26 global strategy
  Local FSC teams
- What the FSC labels mean
  
  Every FSC label stands for sustainable sourcing that puts forests and people first.
  Learn more about our labels >
  
  Explore certification
  
  Show your commitment to responsible forestry by becoming FSC certified.
  Learn more about certification >
- Earth observation
  
  We’re harnessing the power of satellite data to help auditors monitor forest health.
  Learn more >
  
  FSC Trace
  
  Estamos utilizando blockchain para garantizar el cumplimiento de la certificación en toda la cadena de suministro.
  Aprende más >
  
  Wood identification
  
  We're piloting cutting-edge technology to trace and prove the origins of wood.
  Learn more >
- FSC standards
  
  Our rigorous forest certification standards are the foundation of the FSC system.
  Learn more >
  
  Current processes
  
  See which policies, standards and procedures are currently being strengthened.
  Learn more >
- System integrity
  
  We’re committed to upholding the credibility and transparency of the FSC system.
  Learn more >
  
  Open investigations
  
  Explore our active investigations into organizations who may threaten the FSC system.
  Learn more >
- Certification and licence options
  
  Find the certification or licence that’s right for your business.
  Start now >
  Other Related Links
  Chain of Custody Certification Promotional Licence Project Certification Use FSC’s logo
  
  By Industry
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  Natural rubber
  Paper & packaging
  Retail & ecommerce
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  EU Regulation on Deforestation-free Products (EUDR)
- Forest managers
  
  Ensure the long-term health and viability of your forest with FSC certification.
  Learn more >
  
  Managers of small, low-intensity, or community forests
  
  FSC certification isn’t just for global corporations. We have solutions to fit any forest.
  Learn more >
- Governments
  
  Make real progress toward your sustainability goals and secure the future of our forests.
  Learn more >
- NGOs, research institutions, and other allies
  
  We’re convening diverse stakeholders to set the standard for forest stewardship worldwide.
  Learn more >
- Become a member
  
  Make your commitment to responsible forest stewardship official by becoming an FSC member.
  Learn more >
  
  Members portal
  
  FSC’s collaboration platform for current members.
  Learn more >
- Join our mission
  
  Put your passion to work creating a better future for forests and people worldwide.
  Explore current opportunities >
  
  Learn more about FSC
  What the FSC labels mean
  Why forests matter
  Stories from the forest
  How the FSC system works
  FSC solutions
  FSC’s 2021-2026 global strategy
- News Centre
  
  Stay up to date with the latest from FSC and the world of sustainable forestry.
  See all news centre >
- Press Corner
  
  Learn more about upcoming media engagement opportunities and find relevant media resources.
  Learn more >
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  Enhance knowledge on forests, forest management and other nature solutions
  Learn more >
  Other Related Links
  Sustainable forestry Forest management Why forests matter
- Learning Centre
  Stories from the forest
  Position statements
  Podcasts
  Videos
  Annual report
  Consumer research
  E-training
  Campaigns
- Tools & Resources Home
  
  FSC offers a variety of tools and resources to help you work with our organization.
  See the complete list >
- Document Centre
  Find all documents related to FSC’s standards, policies, and procedures.
  Consultation Platform
  Open for feedback: Help strengthen FSC’s standards, procedures and policies up for review.
  E-Training
  Learn about the FSC system through deep dives on relevant topics.
  Certificate Search
  Access the latest information on FSC certificate holders.
- FSC Members’ Portal
  For FSC members: Access our primary platform for collaboration.
  Trademark Portal
  For FSC certificate holders and promotional license holders: Access FSC’s trademarks.
  FSC Marketing Toolkit
  For FSC certificate holders and promotional license holders: Access marketing assets and examples.

What we do
- About us
  - About FSC
    
    As the leader in sustainable forestry, FSC is trusted to protect forests for all, forever.
    Learn more about FSC >
  - Learn more about our work
    Why forests matter How the FSC system works FSC solutions FSC’s 2021-26 global strategy Local FSC teams
- FSC labels
  - What the FSC labels mean
    
    Every FSC label stands for sustainable sourcing that puts forests and people first.
    Learn more about our labels >
  - Explore certification
    
    Show your commitment to responsible forestry by becoming FSC certified.
    Learn more about certification >
- Innovation
  - Earth observation
    
    We’re harnessing the power of satellite data to help auditors monitor forest health.
    Learn more >
  - FSC Trace
    
    Estamos utilizando blockchain para garantizar el cumplimiento de la certificación en toda la cadena de suministro.
    Aprende más >
  - Wood identification
    
    We're piloting cutting-edge technology to trace and prove the origins of wood.
    Learn more >
- FSC standards
  - FSC standards
    
    Our rigorous forest certification standards are the foundation of the FSC system.
    Learn more >
  - Current processes
    
    See which policies, standards and procedures are currently being strengthened.
    Learn more >
- System integrity
  - System integrity
    
    We’re committed to upholding the credibility and transparency of the FSC system.
    Learn more >
  - Open investigations
    
    Explore our active investigations into organizations who may threaten the FSC system.
    Learn more >
Work with us
- For Businesses
  - Certification and licence options
    
    Find the certification or licence that’s right for your business.
    Start now >
    Other Related Links
    Chain of Custody Certification Promotional Licence Project Certification Use FSC’s logo
  - By Industry
    Construction Fashion Fibre Furniture Natural rubber Paper & packaging Retail & ecommerce Wood Other forest products
  - By Solution
    Verified Impact for businesses Verified Impact for forest managers EU Regulation on Deforestation-free Products (EUDR)
- For Forest Managers
  - Forest managers
    
    Ensure the long-term health and viability of your forest with FSC certification.
    Learn more >
  - Managers of small, low-intensity, or community forests
    
    FSC certification isn’t just for global corporations. We have solutions to fit any forest.
    Learn more >
- For Governments
  - Governments
    
    Make real progress toward your sustainability goals and secure the future of our forests.
    Learn more >
- For NGOs, research institutions, and other allies
  - NGOs, research institutions, and other allies
    
    We’re convening diverse stakeholders to set the standard for forest stewardship worldwide.
    Learn more >
- For Potential Members
  - Become a member
    
    Make your commitment to responsible forest stewardship official by becoming an FSC member.
    Learn more >
  - Members portal
    
    FSC’s collaboration platform for current members.
    Learn more >
- Careers at FSC
  - Join our mission
    
    Put your passion to work creating a better future for forests and people worldwide.
    Explore current opportunities >
  - Learn more about FSC
    What the FSC labels mean Why forests matter Stories from the forest How the FSC system works FSC solutions FSC’s 2021-2026 global strategy
News & perspectives
- News Centre
  
  Stay up to date with the latest from FSC and the world of sustainable forestry.
  See all news centre >
- Press Corner
  
  Learn more about upcoming media engagement opportunities and find relevant media resources.
  Learn more >
- Blog
  
  Enhance knowledge on forests, forest management and other nature solutions
  Learn more >
  Other Related Links
  Sustainable forestry Forest management Why forests matter
- Learning Centre
  Stories from the forest Position statements Podcasts Videos Annual report Consumer research E-training Campaigns
Tools & resources
- Tools & Resources Home
  
  FSC offers a variety of tools and resources to help you work with our organization.
  See the complete list >
- Document Centre
  Find all documents related to FSC’s standards, policies, and procedures.
  Consultation Platform
  Open for feedback: Help strengthen FSC’s standards, procedures and policies up for review.
  E-Training
  Learn about the FSC system through deep dives on relevant topics.
  Certificate Search
  Access the latest information on FSC certificate holders.
- FSC Members’ Portal
  For FSC members: Access our primary platform for collaboration.
  Trademark Portal
  For FSC certificate holders and promotional license holders: Access FSC’s trademarks.
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