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27 March 2026
PEFC confirms alignment with the EU Directive on Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition
PEFC system news
As the EU’s Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition (EmpCo) Directive moves towards implementation in September 2026, PEFC has assessed its system and confirms it aligns with all requirements of a “sustainability label” and “certification scheme”.
26 March 2026
Sustainable by Design: PEFC workshop inspires NAFA students
Sustainable furniture
Students at Singapore’s Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts explored sustainable design in a PEFC workshop, learning how material choices, responsible sourcing, and forest certification influence environmental outcomes, and how designers can shape sustainable futures through informed decisions in real practice.
23 March 2026
International Day of Forests 2026: forests at the heart of resilient economies
International Day of Forests
International Day of Forests 2026 highlights how sustainably managed forests support jobs, livelihoods and businesses, with PEFC certification enabling market access, strengthening communities and driving resilient economies worldwide.
Upcoming events and training
PEFC Chain of Custody refresher training & EUDR DDS module: UK
Auditor training
PEFC Forest Forum 2026
PEFC Forest Forum
PEFC Chain of Custody initial training: Türkiye
Auditor training
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