FSC is a non-profit organization, providing trusted solutions to help protect the world’s forests and tackle today’s deforestation, climate, and biodiversity challenges.
Currently, over 150 million hectares of forest worldwide is certified according to FSC standards, designed to address a broad range of environmental, social, and economic factors.
We’re guided by a vision for a world where the true value of forests is recognized by all
Our mission is to promote environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial, and economically viable management of the world's forests.
We envision more: A new forest paradigm where the true value of forests is recognized and fully incorporated into society worldwide. FSC is the leading catalyst and defining force for improved forest management and market transformation, shifting the global forest trend toward sustainable use, conservation, restoration, and respect for all.
FSC operates the most rigorous forest certification system
Our members, who bring equally balanced social, economic and environmental perspectives, keep our standards robust. Organizations throughout the forest supply chain get certified against these standards, driving sustainability from forest to shelf.
Our “check tree” label is found on millions of products worldwide, verifying sustainable sourcing from the forest to store shelves. Forty-six per cent of consumers around the globe recognize our label*.
We do more than talk about sustainable forestry. Our initiatives create healthier, more resilient forests worldwide.
150+ million
certified hectares of forest
1,100+
individuals and organizations from 93 countries who make up our governing body
60K+
certifications verifying sustainable sourcing
1,700+
companies licenced to promote FSC-labeled products
46%
of consumers globally recognize the FSC label
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