We lead on sustainable forest management worldwide

We set the gold standard for responsible forest management. Our diverse ecosystem of stakeholders is changing the way forests are valued and managed, because that’s what stewards do.

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FSC Certification

Trusted worldwide

FSC Certification connects your business to the leading global standard for responsible forest management, giving you credibility with consumers, clients, and regulators.

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Many voices

One Assembly

Join us at the FSC General Assembly 2025 from 26-31 October, where FSC International Members and global leaders shape the future of responsible forest management.

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Real safeguards for forest ecosystems

The FSC Ecosystem Service Procedure has helped Arauco in Chile verify its positive impacts on ecotourism services, helping to protect a severely threatened coastal rainforest.

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The future of forests is in our hands

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All in for forests

Just as we depend on forests, forests depend on us. At the Forest Stewardship Council^® (FSC^®) we unite individuals, businesses, governments, and NGOs under a common goal: protecting healthy, resilient forests for all, forever.

FSC is a non-profit organization, providing trusted solutions to help safeguard the world’s forests and tackle today’s deforestation, climate, and biodiversity challenges.

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Certified organizations, licence holders, and other engaged stakeholders can find tools, resources, and data on FSC Connect.

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Keep track of open consultations, innovations, integrity cases and more.

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From the heart of the Amazon

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Namibia's Thorny Problem

Safeguarding Romania’s forests

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When forests flourish, we all do

Our lives depend on forests. They purify the air we breathe, filter the water we drink, and supply countless products we use every day.

See how forests impact all of us and learn how responsible forestry can help fight climate change, protect biodiversity, and support communities.

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Building a world where forests and people thrive

We set the standard for responsible forestry worldwide. Our diverse ecosystem of stakeholders is changing the way forests are valued and managed, because that’s what stewards do.

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A label for positive change

Our “check tree” label can be found on millions of products and stands alone as the most trusted mark for responsible forestry. Recognized by 46% of consumers worldwide,¹ it verifies sustainable sourcing from forest to consumer.

What our label stands for

Ensuring Forests For All, Forever

Answer the call of the forest

FSC members are at the center of everything we do. They represent social, environmental, and economic interests working together to define our responsible forestry standards.

Ready to do your part? Join us in our mission to ensure healthy, resilient forests worldwide.

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Recognizing the true value of forests

Certification is just one of the ways we’re supporting healthy, resilient forests. See how we’re measuring the true value of forests and learn how you can support sustainable forest management.

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