SFI BLOG
Out of the Ashes: Oregon’s Living Aquatic Biodiversity Lab in the Forest
The Labor Day 2020 fires in western Oregon were unprecedented not only in the area burned—more than one million acres—but also in their ferocity. Hot, dry east winds swept across the state, causing small fires to rapidly explode into megafires of 100,000 acres or more within hours. In addition to five megafires, 12 other fires either started or expanded rapidly on September 7 and 8, 2020. These fires destroyed more than 6,000 homes, businesses, and structures. They also killed or damaged trees that could have produced an estimated 15 billion board feet of lumber.
Second Standard Review Comment period open
This week we launched the second public comment period for the proposed SFI 2015-2021 Standard and the SFI Chain of Custody Standard.
Spread Holiday Cheer and Sustainable Forestry
As the holiday season gets into full swing, we’re happy to share our special SFI holiday e-card.
Winter in the Woods
Tom Haxby of Kingsley, Michigan submitted this picture of Pere Marquette State Forests covered thick in snow last winter.
Minnesota Scouts to Race SFI Certified Pinewood Derby Race Cars
Scouting and sustainable forestry go hand in hand in northern Minnesota, thanks to the efforts of both SFI and Boy Scouts of America.
SFI Gears Up for Greenbuild 2013
Rock stars and world leaders will be among attendees at the 2013 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, which gets underway in Philadelphia.
SFI Cards Spread Holiday Cheer and Support Responsible Forestry
I know, I know… it’s too early to be thinking about the Holidays already, we have just finished with Halloween.
Bats are more than just a spooky symbol of Halloween
It's that time of year again when people get into the Halloween spirit with spooky costumes and decorations.
Grab Some Popcorn & Watch Our 2013 Annual Conference Highlights Video
Each year, our Annual Conference brings together thought-leaders from across the U.S. and Canada to share ideas, renew partnerships, and learn about developing trends, research and conservation in sustainable forestry.
Sustainability at the Heart of Packaging Innovation
The Packaging Strategies' Sustainable Packaging Forum brought together leaders from across industries and specialties to share the latest sustainable packaging practices, business strategies and technologies from around the globe.
Forest Management is Habitat Management: The Wildlife Society Annual Conference
Forest management means many things to different people.
Finding the Sweet Spot for Conservation Partners
If you've ever taken a swing at a golf ball, baseball, or tennis ball, you probably understand the term "sweet spot."
Hints Autumn Has Arrived
Fall is officially upon us. John Blake submitted this close-up from Houghton, Mich., where he found early fall colors against an extended summer green.
National Association of State Foresters Annual Meeting
Fresh off SFI’s own annual conference, I had the great pleasure to participate in the National Association of State Foresters annual meeting last week, in Hot Springs, Virginia.
Timber UK Expo
This week we are at the 3rd Annual Timber Expo in Birmingham, UK, exhibiting with the PEFC and the Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC).
Working Together to Write the Next Chapter in Responsible Forestry
Each year, our Annual Conference provides an opportunity for the SFI community to come together and learn about new research in conservation.
