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PEFC is a leading global alliance of national forest certification systems.

PEFC is the world's leading forest certification system and the certification system of choice for small and family forest owners.

28/05/2026

Have you had a chance to explore our 2025 Annual Review yet? 📖👀

It brings together a year of progress, partnerships and stories from across the PEFC Alliance, highlighting how sustainable forest management is making a difference on the ground. 🌳🌍

Take a look 👉 treee.es/AnnualReview25

26/05/2026

From inspiring discussions to new milestones for the PEFC alliance, the 2026 in Istanbul brought together voices from across the global forestry sector for a week of exchange, collaboration and shared ambition. 🌲

🌍 40 countries
🤝 120 PEFC colleagues
🌱 2 new members welcomed
🎤 4 public panel discussions with international experts
💬 Countless conversations and new impressions across the global network

Above all, the Forest Forum showed the value of bringing people together – to learn from one another, strengthen collaboration and continue working towards sustainably managed forests for generations to come.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Istanbul, and to our hosts in Türkiye for the warm welcome and excellent organisation. 🤝

25/05/2026

From discussions in the conference room to learning in the forest 🌿

We concluded the 2026 with a field trip to Istanbul’s Atatürk Arboretum and Belgrade Forest - a fitting end to several days of exchange on sustainable forest management.

It was a pleasure to discover the rich variety of tree and plant species found in the area, guided by forestry students who shared insights into the different species, the history of the arboretum, and its important role in forest education and research.

We gained first-hand insights into forest fire monitoring systems from a fire watching tower, while taking in stunning views over the Bosphorus.

A big thank you to PEFC Türkiye for organising this insightful field trip! 👏🌳

21/05/2026

From forest certification and digital traceability to medicinal plants and forest-based innovation, several speakers at last week’s in Istanbul highlighted the many ways forests contribute to sustainable development. 🌲

🌍 Panel 3 focused on Türkiye’s progress towards certification and what this milestone could mean for the country’s forest sector, international credibility and long-term sustainable growth.

Discussions highlighted the expansion of forest certification across , the role of digital monitoring and traceability systems, and the importance of sustainable forest management for international markets.

🍯 Panel 4 explored the potential of non-timber forest products, from medicinal plants and honey to natural oils, mushrooms and cork.

Speakers discussed Türkiye’s rich biodiversity and export potential, opportunities for higher value-added products and innovation, and how sustainable forest-based value chains can support rural livelihoods and biodiversity conservation.

The discussions highlighted the growing role of forests not only as ecosystems to protect, but also as a foundation for sustainable economic development and innovation.

Thank you to all speakers and moderators for the inspiring discussions! 🙌

20/05/2026

Last week’s in Istanbul brought together PEFC members, forestry professionals and stakeholders from 40 countries. 🌲

During four panel discussions, speakers explored the future of sustainable forest management, resilient forests and timber construction in a changing climate.

🏗️ Panel 1 focused on how timber construction can support low-carbon development and resilient infrastructure, particularly in earthquake-prone regions such as Türkiye.

Speakers highlighted timber’s advantages as a lightweight, high-performance building material, innovation in modern timber architecture, and the growing role of in verifying responsible sourcing across projects. 🪵

🌳 Panel 2 explored how sustainable forest management and certification can help forests adapt to climate change, drought, pests and increasing wildfire risks.

Key themes included adaptive forest management, biodiversity protection, forest monitoring, wildfire prevention and restoration, and the connection between resilient forests and resilient communities. 🌱

Together, the discussions highlighted how the future of resilient construction is closely connected to the future of resilient forests, and why sustainable forest management and innovation must go hand in hand.

Thank you to all speakers and moderators for the inspiring discussions! 👏

19/05/2026

As forests become increasingly central to climate strategies, biodiversity goals and investment decisions, one question is becoming more important than ever:

➡️ How do we ensure that forest-related metrics lead to meaningful, long-term sustainability outcomes, not just better reporting?

At the Corporate Investments into Forestry & Biodiversity Europe conference, we joined experts from across finance, data and forest management to discuss the growing role of forest metrics in decision-making.

The discussion highlighted an important reality: while metrics can make forests more visible within financial and policy frameworks, they must remain connected to the systems that shape responsible forest management on the ground.

As our Head of Advocacy, Thorsten Arndt, noted during the panel: “the question is not whether we can measure forests, but whether those measurements lead to systemic change.”

Forest certification already provides the governance, verification and long-term management framework needed to support credible sustainability outcomes. The opportunity now is to strengthen the connection between certification and the growing demand for decision-useful forest data.

Because ultimately, the goal is not better metrics. It is better outcomes for forests, people and climate. 🌲

18/05/2026

What a week! 🌍

The 2026 has concluded, bringing together members and stakeholders in Istanbul for a week of inspiring discussions and exchange.

The event came at an important moment for Türkiye as it moves towards its first Sustainable Forest Management certifications.

Under the theme “Unlocking Türkiye’s Forest Potential: Sustainable Innovation with PEFC Certification,” participants explored how certification can support resilient forests, responsible supply chains, and new market opportunities.

Throughout the week, we heard engaging presentations and discussions on sustainable timber construction, climate adaptation, forest resilience, non-timber forest products, and the role of certification in supporting sustainable development.

We were delighted to welcome The Navigator Company and Sumitomo Forestry as new international stakeholder members, and to see the PEFC Project Sourcing Standard approved by the General Assembly.

A big thank you to our host, PEFC Türkiye, and to all speakers, participants, sponsors, and contributors who made this year’s Forest Forum a success! 💚🌳

15/05/2026

Our 2025 Annual Review is out! 📖

2025 was a year of progress and partnerships, as we continued advancing sustainable forest management worldwide. 🌳

We strengthened our global alliance with new endorsed systems in Türkiye, Lithuania and Croatia, and expanded our reach through new initiatives, including the launch of our Indigenous Peoples Engagement Programme, progress on Project Certification, and work to strengthen credible forest carbon projects.

We also continued sharing the inspiring stories of forest owners and communities, showing the real impact of certification on the ground. 🌍

Take a look 👉 treee.es/AnnualReview25

13/05/2026

The 34th PEFC General Assembly has successfully concluded. 🌍

We are excited to welcome Sumitomo Forestry and The Navigator Company as new international stakeholder members. Welcome to PEFC! 🤝

We are also delighted to see Emma Berglund and Kurt Ramskogler join the Nominations Committee.

During the Assembly, members approved the PEFC Project Sourcing Standard and the Requirements for Certification Bodies Operating Project Sourcing - an important step forward in supporting responsible sourcing in construction and beyond.

A big thank you to all members for your votes and contributions! 💚🌳

13/05/2026

Spotlight on our members at the PEFC Forest Forum 🎤

Representatives from 12 countries shared the latest developments from across the Alliance - highlighting innovations, new collaborations, upcoming events, and exciting new initiatives. 🌏

From a new children’s book and video series to Trees outside Forests certification and forest finance, the session showcased the diversity of ideas and activities driving sustainable forestry forward. We also looked back at PEFC-certified constructions featured at last year’s Osaka Expo, reflecting the growing visibility of certified sustainable materials worldwide.

A big thank you to everyone who contributed and shared their inspiring work! 👏

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