Forest Stewardship Council, Bonn

The Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) is a globally recognized nonprofit organization founded with the mission to promote responsible forestry practices that help protect the world’s forests. Established to ensure sustainable management and the protection of forest ecosystems, FSC has grown to cover over 150 million hectares of certified forests. Through its rigorous and credible certification systems, FSC has become the world’s leading solution for sustainable forestry, trusted by a wide range of stakeholders including NGOs, businesses, and consumers.

Commitment to Sustainability and Responsible Forestry

FSC operates on a balanced approach, governed by environmental, social, and economic considerations. The organization works directly with forest managers, smallholders, and governments to create conditions for thriving forest ecosystems while safeguarding the rights and livelihoods of forest-dependent communities. This commitment is reflected in FSC’s forestry standards, which are designed to address the urgent challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss.

FSC Certification: A Global Standard for Responsible Products

FSC’s strict certification process includes a chain of custody verification that ensures products bearing the FSC logo come from responsibly managed forests. This certification has become the benchmark for sustainability, with the FSC logo now recognized on millions of products worldwide. By choosing FSC-certified products, consumers and businesses alike contribute to the conservation of forests and the future of the planet.