SFI BLOG
Seeing the Power of Sustainable Forest Supply Chains in Every Setting
When I walk into a room, I can’t help but scan my surroundings to appreciate how many forest products are on display in various forms around us. From furniture to structural beams and decorative trim, seeing wood used in so many different and practical ways always gives me joy.
Incoming Storm Over Goose Nest Mountain
Dan Fisher of Palo Cedro captured a great shot of an incoming storm over Goose Nest Mountain, CA.
Women Leaders Put in ‘Sweat Equity’ for Local Aboriginal Family
On perhaps the hottest, most humid day this summer, I led a diverse group of women leaders in a Habitat for Humanity “Women in Wood” Build Day in Orleans.
SFI supports Bat Conservation Project
Photo of the Week 4- This shot is from a bat conservation project we participated in with Nature Conservancy Canada.
Habitat for Humanity Nova Scotia Build Day a Double Blessing for New Parents of Twins
I was thrilled be part of this wonderful Habitat for Humanity Nova Scotia build in Halifax last week.
SFI and Nova Scotia Habitat for Humanity – Raising the Walls
Photo of the Week 3- The Photo of the Week features the "raising of the walls" by Habitat Nova Scotia, SFI and Irving on a project in Governor's Brook, Nova Scotia.
Responsible Forestry Supports Rich History, Healthy Future for Indigenous Communities
We recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) to grow that relationship.
Sunsets and Waterfalls – Water Conservation and Healthy Forests
Photo of the Week 2- Tammy Pearson of Program Participant Georgia Pacific-Denton, TX snapped this great waterfall photo at sunset.
Introducing: Photo of the Week
One of the greatest gratifications of working in sustainable forestry is that we get to witness the beauty of nature every day.
Congrats SFI Photo Contest Winners
As we celebrate this special day for trees, we are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2013 SFI Photo Contest.
SFI at National Geographic
As we celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day this week, we wanted to share this short video of highlights from our SFI Partners in Forest Conservation reception earlier this month.
Happy Earth Day
Throughout most of North America, springtime is in full swing, with trees blooming and sprouting new leaves everywhere we look.
Share Our Earth Day Card
As we look forward to Earth Day on Monday, we’re happy to share our special SFI Earth Day e-card.
SFI launches Consumer Microsite – Buy SFI
With Earth Day just days away, I am pleased to launch the Buy SFI section of the SFI website.
Optimism and Cooperation: A Report From the Montreal Wood Convention
It’s great to be representing the SFI and exhibiting at the first-ever Montreal Wood Convention, which is being held at the Queen Elizabeth hotel in Montreal this week.
SFI Issues RFP, Pledges $400,000 for 2013 Forestry Conservation and Community Grants
I was excited yesterday to be part of the launch of the SFI Conservation and Community Partnerships Grant Program for 2013.
