NEWS RELEASES
Scientists Begin Critical Research Aimed at Protecting Canada’s At-‐Risk Caribou and Grizzly Bear Populations
As grizzly bear populations in western Canada make their way into winter hibernation this month scientists in Alberta are embarking on their next phase of field research.
Sustainable Forestry Initiative® and Scouts Canada Form Unique Partnership to Promote Environmental Stewardship
SFI and Scouts Canada have announced a new partnership aimed at strengthening and expanding their mutual goals for environmental stewardship.
New UL Standard References SFI as Credible Sustainable Forestry Standard
UL Environment, a business unit of Underwriters Laboratories (UL), has issued a new UL Standard (UL 175) for Sanitary Paper Products.
PEFC International Recognizes Global Leaders
SFI was recognized this week for the greatest increase in forest certification of the PEFC national members at the PEFC General Assembly.
WBCSD Announces Inclusive Approach to Forest Certification
The WBCSD released a statement Monday that promotes the expansion of forest certification across the supply chain.
More than a Spooky Symbol of Halloween – Special Project Underway to Save BC’s At‐Risk Bat Population
Considered by experts to be one of the world’s most misunderstood mammals, a major move is afoot to protect southern British Columbia’s seriously at-risk bat population.
Sustainable Forestry Initiative Announces Three New Board Members Representing Broad-ranging Stakeholder Interests
Three leaders have been elected to the independent SFI Board of Directors, to fill positions in each of its three chambers, Environmental, Social and Economic. “SFI will benefit enormously from the wisdom, perspective and passion these leaders bring to our Board of Directors,” SFI President and CEO Kathy Abusow said. “By representing broad-ranging and balanced stakeholder interests, Bob Matters, Jonathan Haufler, and Jim Hannan will help continue the momentum SFI has built to ensure healthy, thriving forests for generations to come.”
SFI Forest Partners Program and American Tree Farm System® Grow Certification in South Carolina
With the support of the SFI Forest Partners Program, 103,000 acres of land owned by the South Carolina Forestry Commission and Clemson University were recently certified to the SFI and American Tree Farm System standards.
SFI Recognizes National Geographic Society Sustainability Chief Hans Wegner for Lifelong Commitment to the Environment
Wegner’s many contributions have been instrumental in raising awareness of the benefits associated with utilizing forest certification.
Honey Bee Forest Habitat Research Garners SFI® Conservation Leadership Award for Soterra, LLC and Pollinator Partnership
Honey bees are in sharp decline in North America and Europe, jeopardizing their crucial role in pollinating crops that in the United States amount to about one-third of the nation’s domestic food supply.
SFI Grassroots Network Recognized for Connecting People to Forests
From enjoying a walk in the woods to building a home to the clean water and the paper products we use every day, people benefit from forests in countless ways.
‘Conservation Hero’ Paul Trianosky Joins SFI to Lead Conservation Partnership Program
SFI announced today that respected conservation professional Paul Trianosky has joined SFI as Senior Director of Conservation Partnerships. Trianosky brings nearly 30 years of diverse leadership experience in forest conservation, nonprofit management and forest certification to SFI. In 2013, he was recognized as a “Conservation Hero” by The Nature Conservancy of West Virginia and he has served as a gubernatorial appointee to the Tennessee Forestry Commission since 2004. He most recently worked at the American Forest Foundation, where he served as Director of Southern Forest Conservation. In that role, he developed and implemented strategies to engage family landowners in AFF’s programs and services across the southern region.
SFI and U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities Spur Collaboration Among Water Utilities and Forest Landowners to Protect Watersheds
Experts acknowledge the important role of forestlands in protecting our nation’s water quality. The U.S. Forest Service estimates that about two-thirds of our nation’s freshwater resources originate in forests. Water utilities are increasingly taking responsibility for the health of local watersheds as the best way to ensure a long-term supply of clean water for the community. A new project managed by the U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities (the Endowment), and supported by a grant from the Sustainable Forestry Initiative® (SFI®), will engage forest landowners and water utilities to support innovative ways to promote watershed protection and maintenance on privately owned forest lands.
SFI Funds Community-Based Programs to Support Habitat for Humanity, African-American Landowners and More
SFI has awarded grants to seven community-based projects to educate youth and teachers, work with landowners, and support worthy community programs.
SFI Proud to Support Scouts Canada Canadian Scout Jamboree 2013
SFI is proud to supply a variety of unique certified wood products for use at the Scouts Canada Canadian Scout Jamboree 2013.
ABOUT SFI
The Sustainable Forestry Initiative® (SFI) advances sustainability through forest-focused collaborations. We are an independent, nonprofit organization that leverages four interconnected pillars of work: standards, conservation, community, and education. SFI works with the forest sector, conservation groups, academics, researchers, brand owners, resource professionals, landowners, educators, local communities, Indigenous Peoples, and governments. Collaborating with our network, we leverage SFI-certified forests and products as powerful tools to help solve sustainability challenges such as climate action, conservation of biodiversity, education of future generations, and sustainable economic development.
MEDIA CONTACT
Christine Leduc
VP, Communications and Government Relations
Sustainable Forestry Initiative
613-706-1114
media@forests.org