PEFCnormen

PEFCnormen refers to the standards developed and maintained by the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC). PEFC is a global, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting sustainable forest management through independent certification. Its standards are designed to ensure that forests are managed in an environmentally responsible, socially beneficial, and economically viable manner.

These standards are developed through a multi-stakeholder process involving industry, forest owners, scientists, NGOs, and government representatives. This collaborative approach ensures that the PEFC standards are comprehensive and reflect the diverse needs and concerns related to forestry. The core of PEFC certification lies in ensuring that wood and paper products originate from sustainably managed forests, providing consumers with a way to identify and support responsible forestry practices.

PEFCnormen cover a wide range of aspects, including biodiversity conservation, protection of water resources, prevention of soil erosion, and respect for the rights of forest workers and local communities. They also address issues such as the use of pesticides and genetically modified organisms. Chain of Custody certification, another key component, ensures that certified products are tracked from the forest to the final consumer, guaranteeing their origin from certified sources. This prevents certified and non-certified material from being mixed.