From 21st to 27th September 2024, Havwoods is proud to join the FSC® Forest Week 2024 campaign by the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®). Learn more about FSC Forest Week and discover how choosing responsibly sourced products can support healthy forests, enhance biodiversity, and contribute to a climate-resilient future.
What is FSC Forest Week?
FSC Forest Week is a worldwide awareness-raising campaign, held annually with the aim of driving consumer awareness about the importance of sustainable forestry. Furthermore, to inspire action through choosing FSC certified products.
Campaigns such as FSC Forest Week are critical in raising awareness and inspiring responsible actions that positively impact our environment. Havwoods is proud to be called upon as forest stewards to take part in FSC Forest Week.
FSC Forest Week 2024 theme – Small steps together
This year's campaign centres on the theme 'Small steps together create big change for all', emphasising how everyday actions can make a significant impact on our planet, helping to tackle climate change and the biodiversity crisis.
With 1.6 billion people depending on forests for their livelihoods and 80 percent of the world's animal species relying on these ecosystems as their habitat, safeguarding these invaluable natural spaces becomes a collective responsibility. Opting for FSC certified products contributes significantly to the preservation of biodiversity and the protection of endangered species. Let us unite our efforts to create a lasting and meaningful impact.
Why choose FSC certified products?
Havwoods FSC certified (C009500) PurePlank 2.0, HW2042 Bandol Herringbone timber flooring | Middle Park Home, Victoria | Designer: Zerni Projects | Photographer: Brook James
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is the world’s most recognised forest certification system, trusted by NGOs, businesses, and consumers alike. Their mission is to promote responsible forestry that supports thriving ecosystems, ensuring healthy forests, which are crucial for a sustainable future.
As a pioneer in forest certification, FSC sets the standard for responsible forest management. Their policies unite a diverse range of stakeholders under shared principles that prioritise forestry that is:
- Environmentally responsible
- Socially beneficial
- Economically viable
FSC’s transparent and inclusive standards include safeguards to ensure that every participant in the forest supply chain adheres to these principles, preserving strong, resilient forests for future generations.
Solutions for a climate resilient future
Forests play a crucial role in combating climate change and preserving biodiversity. Many of the products we use to build and furnish our homes and public spaces come from forests. However, sourcing timber through illegal or uncertified methods poses a serious threat to the environment, contributing to unsustainable deforestation.
Biodiverse, healthy forests are key to achieving a climate-resilient future. We all have a responsibility to protect them. By making simple choices – like selecting sustainably sourced products – we can help make a lasting impact.
Choose FSC to help protect our forests
Havwoods FSC certified (C009500) PurePlank 2.0, HW12336 Allevard PurePlank 2.0 timber flooring | Sunday Homes, Newport, NSW
By taking small steps together such as choosing FSC certified products, you can actively contribute to responsible forestry. Look for the FSC label, found on millions of products around the world, including many of Havwoods products. The FSC label verifies sustainable sourcing from forest to store shelves.
Havwoods is committed to endorsing the responsible management of global forests and we are proud to have obtained FSC certification (C009500). Throughout FSC Forest Week, we will commemorate our dedication to forest conservation and inspire our customers to become stewards of these vital ecosystems with us.
Show your support this Forest Week
Visit any of our showrooms this FSC Week (21-27 September) and bring along your keep cup for a free green juice or coffee.
Whilst you are there, explore our beautiful FSC certified (C009500) timber flooring and panelling products, which will be on display.
Additionally, connect with us on Instagram this week to express your passion for forests and motivate others to take action as well. We can each play a role as forest stewards, advocating for a world in which forests are nurtured and safeguarded. Begin by following us and help spread the message far and wide.
