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Luxembourg Opens Consultation on Forest Certification System
A public consultation is now open on the revised Luxembourg Forest Certification Scheme, with stakeholders worldwide invited to submit feedback by November 2.
Korean Foundation for Quality Named FSC Chain of Custody Certification Body in Korea
The Korean Foundation for Quality (KFQ) has been officially designated by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) as a certification body for FSC Chain of Custody (CoC) in Korea.
Revised Chinese Forest Stewardship Standard Boosts Biodiversity and Climate Resilience
China will implement a major revision of its Forest Stewardship Standard (FSS) on January 1, 2026,
Zimbabwe’s Interim Standard Aims to Halt Deforestation and Advance Sustainable Forestry
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has released a new Interim Forest Stewardship Standard (IFSS) for Zimbabwe,
Estonia Adopts Forest Stewardship Standard After Nine-Year Development
Estonia has adopted its first national Forest Stewardship Standard (FSS), set to become effective on January 1, 2026.
Sustainability Landmark: PEFC-Certified Area in Friuli Venezia Giulia Surpasses 100,000 Hectares
Friuli Venezia Giulia, a region in northeastern Italy, has surpassed 100,000 hectares of sustainably managed forests certified under the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC).
Zambia Adopts FSC Provisional Standard for Responsible Forest Use
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has introduced a new Interim Forest Stewardship Standard (IFSS) for Zambia.
Luxembourg Forest Certification System Revised and Submitted for PEFC Assessment
The Luxembourg Forest Certification Scheme has been submitted to the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) for assessment.
FSC Opens Consultation on Safeguards for Indigenous Peoples in Isolation in Peru
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has opened a public consultation on a draft Advice Note for Indigenous Peoples in Voluntary Isolation and in Initial Contact (IPVIIC) in Peru.
FSC Revises Forest Standard in France, Banning Pesticides and Strengthening Climate Protections
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has approved a new Forest Stewardship Standard for metropolitan France, following four years of consultation, field testing, and collective reflection.
Public Consultation Opens on Luxembourg Forest Certification Scheme
The PEFC Luxembourg Forest Certification Scheme has been submitted to the PEFC for endorsement, with a public consultation open until November 2, 2025.
