The “Forest Stewardship Council GmbH (FSC)” is an international non-profit, multistakeholder organization established in 1993 that promotes responsible management of the world’s forests via timber certification. This organization uses a market-based approach to transnational environmental policy. It ensures that products and services come from responsibly managed forests that provide social, environmental, and economic benefits. Various forest products go through many stages of production and supply chains before reaching the final consumer. These stages include production, processing, and distribution. The FSC certification confirms that FSC-certified material used in production is clearly identified or separated from uncertified or uncontrolled material throughout the entire production chain.
Why choose FSC-certified products?
By choosing FSC-certified products, you contribute to the conservation of forests and the promotion of sustainable forestry. FSC certification ensures that forests are used responsibly, maintaining their biodiversity, productivity, and ecological processes.
Benefits of FSC certification
Environmental protection: Certified forests are managed in a way that preserves natural ecosystems and biodiversity.
Social responsibility: Certification ensures that forest managers respect the rights of local communities and workers.
Economic benefits: Certified products can achieve higher market value and open new business opportunities.
How does it work?
The FSC certification ensures that all stages, from raw material to the final product, are monitored and controlled. This means that the material used in production is clearly traceable and identifiable throughout the entire production chain, ensuring that it comes from responsibly managed forests.
