Contents :
1.What is PEFC Certification?
2.Core Principles of PEFC International Standards
3.How PEFC Ensures Legal and Sustainable Wood Sourcing?
4.bestwood’s Commitment to PEFC-Certified Timber
What is PEFC Certification?
Forests are Earth’s green treasure, home to countless species and an essential resource for human life. PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification) is the world’s largest forest certification system, dedicated to ensuring that forests are managed responsibly and sustainably for future generations.
PEFC is not a single standard but an international non-profit organization that endorses national forest management systems meeting strict environmental, social, and economic criteria. Acting as a global safeguard, PEFC covers every stage of the chain—from forests to timber processing and product manufacturing—ensuring that wood and paper products come from responsibly managed sources.
Core Principles of PEFC International Standards
PEFC’s certification framework includes a wide range of forest management criteria such as:
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Maintaining and enhancing forest resources and their role in the global carbon cycle
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Preserving the health and productivity of forest ecosystems
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Sustaining forest production functions, including wood and non-wood products
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Conserving and protecting biodiversity within forest ecosystems
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Safeguarding water and soil functions in forests
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Maintaining key social and economic benefits of forests
How PEFC Ensures Legal and Sustainable Wood Sourcing?
PEFC operates through a unique model:
- Instead of directly certifying forests, PEFC endorses national systems developed under its framework.
- Each system undergoes strict review to ensure alignment with PEFC’s global standards.
- Every stage of the supply chain—from forest owners to processors and traders—must be certified under the Chain of Custody (CoC) system before they can use the PEFC label.
Through this rigorous process, PEFC guarantees that wood and wood-based products are legally sourced and responsibly managed, supporting the long-term sustainability of global forest resources.
bestwood’s Commitment to PEFC-Certified Timber
At bestwood, we carefully select timber with PEFC certification to ensure that every piece of wood comes from responsibly managed forests. From plywood and panels to solid wood boards, our products reflect our commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. Choosing Bestwood means choosing materials that protect forests while supporting a sustainable future.
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Source :
https://www.pefc.org/
https://cogp.greentrade.org.tw
https://www.emacbelgium.be/fr/certifications/pefc
