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JUNE 2007 |
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Prague City chooses FSC
The forests managed by Prague City are now FSC certified. Certification may be the answer to public concerns about unsustainable forest management in the Czech Republic read moreThe FSC process in Norway is moving
An interim national FSC Working Group headed by WWF Norway has been established. The group involves major forestry sector related groups representing economic, social and environmental interests read more Concerns about forest certification in Poland
The recent suspension of the FSC certificates of two State Forest Directorates causes concern among the Polish wood industry read more Russia increases export duty on roundwood
According to a recent announcement, Russia is going ahead with plans to raise export duties on roundwood dramatically. This move is likely to impact certification trends in the forestry sector read more Prado Museum uses FSC certified timber
FSC certified oak, birch, pine and beech make up a substantial part of a a new extension building of the Prado Museum in Madrid. The building includes exhibition rooms, an assembly hall, conference room, a drawings gallery, restoration rooms and administrative offices read more |
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Call to discuss the FSC Global Strategy
The FSC is encouraging all FSC members to actively participate in the finalization of the FSC's Global Strategy. Innovative methods of consultation are used, including an on-line survey and real-time discussions with FSC Directors and key staff during 12-13 June. Discussions will be closed on 15 June Read moreFirst Smartlogging Certificate issued
The Rainforest Alliance has issued the first SmartLogging certificate. SmartLogging certification is a new type of certification that sets an important global benchmark for recognizing the professionalism of loggers in terms of environmental and social performance read more |
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Capacity building of forest sectors in Romania and Turkey
In collaboration with local partners, NEPCon is providing capacity building for the forestry sector in Romania and Turkey. The training covers best-practise forestry, conservation of woodland biodiversity, forest production, and forest management certification read more Controlled wood risk register for Russian Karelia
NEPCon is involved in a working group developing criteria for identifying risks related to controlled wood in the Russian republic of Karelia. The project is expected to result in a controlled wood risk register covering the entire republic read more New staff in Belarus and Latvia
NEPCon welcomes two new employees who will be involved in the certification of forests and wood industry in Belarus and Latvia read more High level of satisfaction among NEPCon's clients
A recent survey concludes that NEPCon's clients are highly satisfied with our certification services, although a few areas may still be improved read more |
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Changes in the FSC pesticides policy
The FSC has revised its policy on pesticides. Some substances have been removed from the list of 'highly hazardous' pesticides while others have been added. There are also changes in the derogation rules read moreNew FSC trademark rules
The FSC has endorsed new rules on the use of the FSC logo and trademarks. Among other features, the option for certified companies to use the FSC logo on small items and promotional gifts is improved read more |
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FSC Broker Project launches website
The FSC Broker Project aims to support market linkages for European certified companies within the construction and retail sectors. Check out the latest developments at the newly launched www.fscbroker.com First winery set to use FSC certified cork stoppers
Certified cork from Portugal is now put to good use: Willamette Valley Vineyards from Oregon was recently awarded an FSC Chain of custody certificate by the Rainforest Alliance, and is planning to use FSC certified cork stoppers in its Pinot Noir production. Cheers! read more |
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....that you can find comprehensive resources about High Conservation Value Forests at www.hcvnetwork.org? The site is managed by the UK organisation ProForest and includes tools for the identification and proper management of HCVF, discussion fora and information about HCVF related projects. |
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