We set the global standard for responsible forest management Built on independent standards, the Forest Stewardship Council helps ensure forests are managed in ways that respect people, nature, and future generations. See how FSC protects forests → FSC Certification Trusted worldwide The Forest Stewardship Council Certification connects your business to the leading global standard for responsible forest management, giving you credibility with consumers, clients, and regulators. Become certified → Strengthening trust across forest supply chains The Forest Stewardship Council is strengthening its systems to improve traceability, transparency, and confidence in certified supply chains. How FSC ensures integrity → Prev Next Certification Empowering Consumers Labels Logo use Standards Documents FSC works with different groups to protect forests Explore how you can act responsibly and make a real impact Business Meet market expectations, manage supply chain risk, and demonstrate responsible sourcing. Explore now → Forest Managers Show that forests are managed responsibly through independent certification. Explore now → Consumers Understand what the FSC label means and how your choices support forests. Explore now → NGOs Partner with us to keep the world’s forests standing. Explore now → Our Global Impact FSC certification supports responsible forest management around the world 174 million+ hectares of forests certified worldwide 70000+ certificates issued globally 1200+ members from 91 countries protecting forests Explore our global impact → How FSC works in practice FSC turns responsible forest management into certified, labelled products you can trust Certification → Regulation → Logo → Working together for forests Yolanda Ramirez Knowledge Management Director, AIDERFSC means balancing social, environmental, and economic needs. We are moving forward with great purpose: Forests for all forever. Ava Spoden Strategic Development Manager, FSCI coordinate with colleagues across the organization to implement our Global Strategy and support forest stewardship principles being put into practice. Arushi Sen Communications Manager, FSCThe credibility of FSC’s work rests on the integrity and robustness of the entire system. My job? Turning complex information into stories people actually care about. FSC standards in action Read more stories → Already part of the FSC system? Certified organizations, licence holders, and other engaged stakeholders can find tools, resources, and data on FSC Connect. Explore FSC Connect Keep track of open consultations, innovations, integrity cases and more. Visit FSC Connect → Become a forest steward We all have a role to play in protecting the future of our forests. Learn how you can join the FSC ecosystem and start making a difference today. Individuals → Businesses → Forest Managers →