SFI BLOG
Closing the Gap: Climate Science and Sustainable Forest Management
North American forests play a vital role in the fight against climate change. These vast ecosystems act as carbon sinks, absorbing significant amounts of atmospheric CO2. Ensuring the long-term health and sustainability of these forests requires closing the gap between the latest forest-climate research and ongoing efforts to interpret and implement climate-smart forest management practices.
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.
Why USGBC Should Recognize SFI – Support Forest Professionals and Responsible Forest Practices
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is asking for comments on the draft language for its LEED rating system.
Why USGBC Should Recognize SFI – Rigorous Independent Audits and Continuous Improvement
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is asking for comments on the draft language for its LEED rating system.
Why SFI is Better for Woodworkers
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is asking for comments on the draft language for its LEED rating system.
Why USGBC Should Recognize SFI – “No Certification Program Can Credibly Claim to be ‘Best’ “
The U.S. Green Building Council is inviting comments on the draft language for its LEED rating system.
Why USGBC Should Recognize SFI – Helping to Keep Working Forests as Forests
The U.S. Green Building Council is inviting comments on the draft language for its LEED rating system.
Why USGBC Should Recognize SFI – Supporting North American Forests and Communities through Green Building
The U.S. Green Building Council is inviting comments on the draft language for its LEED rating system.
The Adaptive Advantage: SFI’s Research Requirement
The U.S. Green Building Council is inviting comments on the draft language for its LEED rating system.