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.
SFI’s Annual Awards Luncheon
The value of diverse partnerships, achievements by colleagues and kudos for work well done was threaded throughout day two of our annual conference.
Success is about Teamwork and Strong Partners
At the end of the day, success is about teamwork and strong partners.
2012 Annual Conference- Day One!
What a thrill it is to welcome some 200 delegates to our annual conference this afternoon!
The Georgia Governor Gets It
Supporting the green building movement is about embracing energy efficiency, sustainable design, and responsible choices.
It Is Hard To Imagine A World Without Forests
We depend on forests for our existence, for the clean air we breathe, for the clean water we drink, for wildlife habitat, and for carbon sequestration.
Why USGBC Should Recognize SFI – Our Story: A Georgia Tree Farm and Green Building
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is about to begin the fourth public comment period on draft credit language for LEED 2012.
Why USGBC Should Recognize SFI – Benefits for State Lands in Minnesota
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is about to begin the fourth public comment period on draft credit language for LEED 2012.
Now is the Time for USGBC to Say Yes to Healthy Working Forests
The U.S. Green Building Council has announced a fourth public comment period for its draft LEED 2012 language – starting Tuesday May 1 and ending May 15.
Earth Day 2012: How SFI is Motivating Action
The goal for Earth Day 2012 this Sunday is to help Mobilize the Earth™ by collecting A Billion Acts of Green® and elevating the importance of environmental issues around the world.
SFI is “Eggcited” About the Packaging for the White House Easter Eggs
For the fourth year in a row, the Sustainable Forestry Initiative will be a part of the Easter celebration at the White House.
The Future Is Now – USGBC’s Decisions Can Sustain Our Forests
It’s been close to a month since Draft 3 of the new LEED 2012 language was released, and my initial reaction has not changed.
Why USGBC Should Recognize SFI – Addressing Aboriginal Interests
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is asking for comments on the draft language for its LEED rating system.
Why SFI is Better: Community Outreach
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is asking for comments on the draft language for its LEED rating system.
The Future Is Now – USGBC’s Decisions Can Sustain Our Forests
I am not surprised that the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has extended the deadline for public comments on its draft LEED language for one more week.
Why USGBC Should Recognize SFI: Beyond Green Construction – Why Papermakers Should Pay Attention
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is asking for comments on the draft language for its LEED rating system.
