Purpose of the FSC Certificate

What is the purpose of the FSC certificate?

The FSC certificate exists to respond to the rapid decline of the world's forest area and to concerns about the erosion or breakdown of forest-protection laws. These pressures are the driving force behind forest certification in general. Regional organisations have played a central role in spreading the concept globally. The FSC certificate is a tool that supports responsible and sustainable forest management worldwide.

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The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certificate is a certification scheme created to promote sustainable forest management globally and to protect natural resources. The certificate aims to hold forestry operations to a balance of environmental, social, and economic requirements. It sets a standard built on defined criteria, and issues certification to forest operations that meet those criteria on the ground.

The FSC certificate is an internationally recognised reference point for forest protection and management. It covers environmental targets, including biodiversity, ecosystem protection, water resource management, and soil-erosion prevention. It also covers social and economic targets: protecting workers' rights, securing the participation of local communities, and promoting fair trade.

Products that carry FSC certification give consumers a verified signal that those products are environmentally responsible and sustainable. The certificate covers wood products, paper products, furniture, and other goods made from forest resources. It helps consumers meet their environmental and social responsibilities while contributing to the long-term protection of forests and the improvement of the quality of life in surrounding communities.