Last week, Forest & Wood Products Australia (FWPA) released a report assessing and comparing Australia’s two forestry certification schemes: Responsible Wood (endorsed by PEFC); and the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). Importantly, the report noted both schemes deliver credible outcomes. Both schemes help ensure consumers can be confident that forest and…
National Safe Work Month is a timely reminder that keeping people safe at work is everyone’s responsibility. At Responsible Wood, we see this principle reflected not only in Australia’s workplace laws, but also in the standards that underpin the Responsible Wood Certification System (RWCS). Safe and fair conditions for workers…
Recently, the Responsible Wood team took the opportunity to speak with ForestrySA’s Chief Executive, Tim Ryan, about how sustainable forest management certification is helping their team not just deliver healthy forests, but to build trust with stakeholders. ForestrySA manages both commercial pine plantations and native vegetation across South Australia, including…
Responsible Wood is an Accredited Standard Development Organisation and has responsibility for developing and maintaining Australian Standard AS/NZS 4708 Sustainable Forest Management. Responsible Wood announces the commencement of revision of AS/NZS 4708. AS/NZS 4708 specifies the environmental, economic, social and cultural requirements that must be met to demonstrate good practice…
To support certificate holders, Responsible Wood has prepared a guidance document that explains how sustainable forest management certification aligns with ESG obligations. The resource highlights how the Australian Standard for Sustainable Forest Management (AS/NZS 4708-2021) and Responsible Wood certification already address many core ESG requirements. It also shows how certification…
Most Australians have a connection to the bush and the outdoors. If Hollywood’s depiction of Australia is anything to go by, it’s almost what we’re known for. The bush is where we camp, hike, fish, and ride. It’s often where our children first learn about nature, and where we encounter…
We’re pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Responsible Wood 2025 Community Grants Program. The initiative reflects our commitment to supporting sustainable Australian forests and the communities that depend on them. We believe communities are stronger, healthier, and more resilient when they are able to connect…
Responsible Wood Sustainability Manager Matt de Jongh recently met with the Sustainable Choice Group, strengthening connections with an emerging sustainability leader. Responsible Wood are presently listed on the organisation’s Sustainability Tracker tool. Discussions on ESG, responsible supply chains, and PEFC certification highlighted how certified forestry supports deforestation-free practices. Opportunities like…
Responsible Wood has been a proud supporter of the Australian Timber Design Awards for a number of years, which recognise outstanding timber design in the built environment. We are again sponsoring the ‘Australian Certified Timber’ category for 2025 in line with our commitment to ensuring sustainable forest management and responsible…
Forestry carbon projects benefit from robust management systems – exactly what PEFC certification provides. As the national governing body for PEFC in Australia, Responsible Wood develops and maintains Australian standards for sustainable forest management and chain of custody certification. These standards are based on PEFC’s international benchmarks, ensuring they meet…
