We take our responsibilities very seriously, and by choosing our forest friendly materials you ensure long term timber supplies, while protecting the environment and the lives of forest-dependent peoples.
By using many of our products you:
- prohibit conversion of natural forests or other habitat around the world
- prohibit the use of highly hazardous pesticides around the world
- prohibit the cultivation of genetically modified trees (GMOs)
- respect the rights of indigenous peoples around the world
Forests provide us with clean water, fresh air and they even help combat global warming. They also provide food, medicine and important natural resources, such as timber and paper. If managed responsibly, forests and plantations benefit forest people and the global community. However, in some countries as much as 80% of the timber is harvested illegally. This often involves violation of human rights and destruction of protected forests.
To actively support and promote better management of the world’s forests, please enquire for a list of our environmentally friendly materials.