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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.
First Revised FSC Risk Assessment Released for Romania
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has released the first revised Risk Assessment for Romania, which became effective on August 28, 2025.
Bosnia and Herzegovina Achieves Near-Total FSC Forest Certification
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification has reshaped Bosnia and Herzegovina’s forestry sector since it was first introduced as a pilot in 2006.
TÜRKAK Ready to Offer Accreditation for PEFC Forest Certification
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has begun accepting applications for accreditation under the PEFC Forest Certification program.
Asia-Pacific Smallholder Forestry Standard Becomes Fully Approved FSC Certification Framework
The Asia-Pacific Regional Forest Stewardship Standard for smallholders (AP RFSS) has officially become a recognized Forest Stewardship Standard (FSS) under the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).
Bulgaria Joins Global FSC Network for Sustainable Forest Management
Bulgaria is now officially part of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) global network, following the approval of the Sustainable Forests Association as an FSC network partner.
France Stands Alone in EU in Allowing RED II Biomass After Deadline
The European Commission has clarified how countries should apply the Renewable Energy Directive III (RED III) after the May 21, 2025, transition deadline.
York Region Becomes First in North America Certified Under SFI Urban Forestry Standard
The Regional Municipality of York in Ontario became the first municipality in North America to achieve certification under the Sustainable Forestry Initiative's (SFI) Urban and Community Forest Sustainability Standard.
