SFI BLOG
From Passion to Profession: My Journey in Green Careers
Embarking on a green career journey is a unique and deeply fulfilling experience. For me, it all began in my childhood, when my love for nature was nurtured by my horticulturist father. My outdoor adventures, from annual birthday trips to the arboretum to nature walks at school, deepened a profound connection to the natural world. I didn’t know it then, but these experiences and countless hours spent climbing trees and helping my dad landscape shaped my path toward my current green career.
Why Certification Needs to Consider the Bigger Picture
I recently talked to Kenneth Norris, Contributing Editor of Pulp & Paper International, about the latest SFI Progress Report.
National Report on Sustainable Forests Advances Understanding of Our Nation’s Forests
The 2010 National Report on Sustainable Forests was recently released, providing an excellent resource for current data and analysis from the US Forest Service.
Proud to be an intern at SFI
I am excited to be living in Washington, DC for the summer as a student of environmental studies and an intern with the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI).
Working Towards a More Sustainable Future at SB ‘11
The Sustainable Brands ‘11 Conference in Monterey, CA, brought together more than 700 global sustainability strategists, product designers and top brand executives.
A Look at the Bigger Picture
Every year when we release our Progress Report, I am amazed at how much the SFI program and its many partners have achieved.
Potomac Forum Examines Initiatives to Combat Illegal Logging
SFI sponsored the Fourth Potomac Forum on Illegal Logging and Associated Trade in Washington last week.
Arbor Day – An Eye on the Bigger Picture
Morton loved nature and as editor of a Nebraska newspaper, he encouraged his readers and civic organizations to plant trees.
Tackling a Global Problem: Illegal Logging
SFI is proud to be a sponsor of an important upcoming event that tackles a major global problem: the Fourth Potomac Forum on Illegal Logging and Associated Trade.
Good for Forests, Good for White House Easter Egg Roll
Today the White House hosted the annual Easter Egg Roll and, for the third consecutive year, selected packaging from SFI chain of custody certified paperboard for the 2011 souvenir egg.
Clemson Outreach Reflects Spirit of Earth Day
As Earth Day (April 22) approaches, this is a great time to celebrate the fantastic contribution landowners of all sizes make to keep North America’s forests healthy and productive.
What to do when ForestEthics comes knocking?
Last week I was invited by Joel Makower, Executive Editor of greenbiz.com to contribute a guest article to the popular news site.
Conservation Members of SFI Board Release Open Letter on ForestEthics.
Earlier today, the conservation chamber of SFI's Board of Directors sent an open letter to media regarding ForestEthics.
Disney Shows Leadership with Certification Decision
Walt Disney Company, is the latest corporate leader to show its support for third-party forest certification and embrace all credible certification programs, including SFI.
Administration Announces Wood Promotion Strategy at U.S. International Year of Forests Celebration
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack made a major announcement this week, strongly promoting wood as a green building material.
ForestEthics Continues to Peddle Pulp Fiction as SFI Continues to Grow
“ForestEthics continues to peddle pulp fiction about the Sustainable Forestry Initiative, repeating the same old inaccurate and misleading information.
