PEFC certification

The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) approach combines internationally recognised benchmarks with forest management standards developed at national and regional levels.

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          Benefits of PEFC certification

          PEFC is an international non-profit, non-governmental organisation operating through 36 endorsed National Governing Bodies.

          PEFC's well-recognised label makes it easy for consumers to identify products from responsibly managed forests.

          One quarter of the world’s forest is publicly owned, often managed by small communities. The PEFC Forest Management standards are tailored to family and community-owned forests, making this certification service ideal for small forest owners.

          How PEFC certification works

          Rather than creating their own standards for forest management and chain of custody, PEFC looks at the various certification systems in different countries that uphold their international sustainability standards.

          This means that PEFC endorsement is tailored to local priorities and conditions, through many different systems and organisations.

          Soil Association Certification offers PEFC certification in numerous countries for forest management, chain of custody and projects.

          We can offer joint FSC and PEFC certification

          Both schemes help your organisation meet legal regulations and timber procurement policies worldwide. Their familiar labels and trademarks help customers easily identify products from responsibly managed forests.
          FSC certification

          Forestry certification

          Soil Association Certification works around the world to audit forestry certification to Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) standards.

          Contact the team

          Take the first step in getting your forest certified. Our certification teams work in regions around the world. We have issued certificates in over 70 countries, working with trained agents and auditors in each.
          0117 914 2435
          Forestry Team
          Soil Association Certification
          Spear House
          51 Victoria Street
          Bristol
          BS1 6AD
          United Kingdom

          Next steps

          Forest management certification

          Let your customers know the forest you manage meets independently verified social and environmental standards.

          Chain of custody certification

          Get complete traceability for your supply chain with help from our forestry specialists.

          Case studies

          Read about the forests, businesses and groups that we've worked with to achieve forest management and chain of custody certification.