Increased flexibility for using reclaimed materials in FSC products … FSC has released a new version of its standard “Sourcing reclaimed material for use in FSC Product Groups or FSC Certified Projects” (FSC-STD-40-007 …
Facts and fiction in Al-Jazeera's "Latvia's Pulp Fiction" … Does FSC allow logging practices that lead to widespread deforestation and threaten unique natural values? This is the core message of a TV program entitled "Latvia's Pulp Fiction" produced by …
The global cocoa market is growing fast, but will it benefit the farmers? … Although cocoa is a lucrative business with staggering margins for those controlling the value chain, the producers mostly live in poverty. And it is seemingly impossible to move …
Transforming cocoa farming with Ferrero: The Wassa Amenfi Initiative … The Wassa Amenfi Cocoa Landscape Initiative in Ghana, a pioneering effort led by Ferrero in collaboration with Preferred by Nature, Solidaridad, and Rikolto, represents a significant …
HARMONITOR: Improving clarity on sustainability certification schemes in Europe … In the current landscape where sustainability is a critical global concern, the European Union's HARMONITOR project represents a significant step towards improving the …
Colombian rubber industry ready to embrace EUDR challenges … “It is essential to work together and address the commitments and responsibilities that the EUDR regulation requires.” An interview with Fernando Garcia Rubio, Executive Director of both the …
The Desa’a Restoration Project: Restoring ecosystems, empowering people … An Ethiopian forest isn’t merely being restored; it’s transforming lives. Recently awarded the Preferred by Nature Ecosystem Restoration Verification, the Desa’a Restoration project …
Sustainable forestry in Gran Canaria: A model for arid regions … Gran Canaria, a jewel in the Canary Islands, thrives with lush greenery despite its arid climate. The secret lies not in traditional rainfall, but in a fascinating phenomenon – horizontal …
“Green Prosperity”: A sustainable approach to Vietnam's Acacia industry … In the fast-paced world of global furniture manufacturing, the demand for timber has reached new heights. Vietnam, a key contributor to this market, faces the challenge of meeting …
Gloves are off: Rainbow Warriors Vs. Sustainable Certification … Certification schemes are scoring miserable points in a new Greenpeace report repeating claims that certification is - at best - serving as a tool for greenwashing unsustainable businesses. …
FSC-certified cork oak forest: a photo essay … The cork stopper in your wine bottle, as you probably know if you’re reading this, comes from the bark of the cork oak tree. Have a look at this article to see some fabulous photos of FSC-certified cork …
Sustainable development and the way forward for Laikipia - photo essay … More than 4,000 farmers were introduced to the climate adaptive conservation agriculture methodology under a project implemented by NEPCon in collaboration with Zeitz Foundation. The …
First sustainable rice now in shops across Europe … Despite the massive environmental and social impacts of rice farming, a sustainable version of the popular grain has never been available to consumers. Now it …
NEPCon recognised as Monitoring Organisation in Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein … The EFTA Surveillance Authority has recognised NEPCon as a Monitoring Organisation (MO) in the European Economic Area (EEA) …
Czech banking institution vows to be carbon neutral by 2026 … Reducing carbon emissions across operations and its facilities is becoming a priority for most organisations. Komerční banka, one of the leading banking institutions in the Czech Republic and …
The Rainforest Alliance suspends new business activities in Russia … The Rainforest Alliance, the owner of the Rainforest Alliance Sustainable Agriculture scheme, decided to suspend all new business activities in the Russian market until further …
Viscose Fibre: Increasing demand for responsibly sourced textiles … Viscose is a natural-based material made from the cellulose derived from wood pulp but is produced from a chemical-laden process. Recently, it is starting to gain popularity in response …
… on the 2020 Rainforest Alliance Sustainable Agriculture Standard. This year, we can expect to see the roll-out of …
Responsible tourism – together we can amplify the good! … Travelling has always been a crucial part of life for many of us. However, the pandemic has put a halt to this – impacting the tourism industry worldwide. With World Tourism Day (27 September) fast …
Remote auditing – when the abnormal becomes a new ‘normal’ … The pandemic has pushed remote auditing under the spotlight but seeing it in practice indicates that it may be here to stay. Speaking as a panelist in one of the Forest Stewardship Council TM …