SFI BLOG
International Day of Forests: Celebrating Our Roots, Growing Our Future
This year’s International Day of Forests is the perfect moment to recognize that sustainable forestry isn’t just a North American priority—it’s a global one. Forests provide clean air and water, store carbon, support biodiversity, and sustain economies. At the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), we believe that sustainable forests are critical to our collective future. In a time of growing uncertainty, it’s more important than ever to come together, support one another, and collaborate on shared priorities—and this spirit of partnership is at the heart of what we do at SFI.
Plum Creek CEO honored for leadership and advocacy by SFI
SFI recognized Rick Holley, the CEO of Seattle-based Plum Creek Timber Company, this month for his longstanding work in illustrating how wood that’s produced from responsibly managed forests ultimately benefits our communities.
Unveiling the 2015 Progress Report – Growing the Future
We believe the future of our forests and our shared quality of life depend on strengthening the vital links between healthy forests, responsible purchasing and sustainable communities.
SFI Sponsors Habitat for Humanity 2015 Builder Blitz
Habitat for Humanity’s 2015 Home Builder Blitz helped more than 200 families with building, rehabilitating or repairing houses across the U.S.
Dad: Thank You for a Legacy of Responsible Stewardship
This Father’s Day is a special one for me because it’s the first one in my lifetime when I will not be able to call my dad and wish him well.
Sustainable Forestry Initiative – a trusted partner for nature conservation in Canada
Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) was in the list of most trusted partners, and when I met with the SFI team at their smart new Ottawa offices I quickly understood why.
Pursuing Our Dreams
Last week I found myself driving through central North Carolina following a meeting, and decided to pay a quick visit to my alma mater at Duke University.
The Great Cypress Swamp
There was a time when I began every morning by strapping my boots on. Anymore, my morning routine is more likely to focus on a cup of coffee and finding my glasses.
Forest Are the Solution: A Vision of the Future at Earth Day Texas
Fear and uncertainty surrounds much of how we think about our planet.
A Legacy Worth Reflecting On: Heirs Property Preservation for African Americans in the U.S. South
SFI is known for constantly striving to improve sustainable forest management, elevate conservation, strengthen communities, and ultimately leave behind a legacy of vibrant future forests.
Have You Seen the Gorilla?
Have you seen that video where a group of students participating in an experiment on selective attention pass a ball to each other?
Community Building through Education: The Gift that Keeps on Giving
It has been cold for a few months now in the Northeast, yet the promise of time spent with family and restful holiday cheer serves as a warming reprieve for the soul.
Forest Certification and Traditional Practices Working Hand-in-Hand
At Stuwix Resources Joint Venture, we work hard to incorporate First Nations values into finding sustainable ways to use our renewable forest resources.
Managing Change, For the Better
I suspect that most of us remember places that have changed in our lifetimes. Change is inevitable. And while it may be foolish to resist change, it is certainly wise to shape it.
Minnesota SIC Logger of the Year Harvests the 2014 Capitol Christmas Tree
The Minnesota SIC Logger of the Year - Jim Scheff - fired up his Husqvarna chainsaw and prepared to fell a towering 88 foot tall white spruce, soon to become this year’s U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree.
About Old Friends…
We’ve all had the experience of running into an old friend unexpectedly, and spending a moment of warm reminiscence, perhaps on a street corner or coffee shop.
