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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · 5h

Good news for endangered wildlife in Central Africa 🐘

A recent study using ecoacoustics found that FSC-certified forest concessions in Gabon support significantly higher biodiversity than non-certified forests.

👉 Read more: fsc.org/en/newscentr...

Soundscapes reveal higher biodiversity in FSC-certified forests in Gabon

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · 10d

Join ZSL & FSC UK for our Sustainable Forestry Forum, bringing together leaders in forestry, finance, policy and supply chains.

📅 16 October 2025
📍 ZSL London Zoo, Regent’s Park
⌚ 13:00-17:30, with food, drinks & networking

Find more info and register here: uk.fsc.org/newsfeed/sus...

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · 16d

The Woodland Trust are the first major landowner in the UK to achieve FSC Verified Impact certification, demonstrating the poritive impact of their activities on the restoration and enhancement of ecosystem services 👏🌱

Find out more: bit.ly/46xFsX2

Woodland Trust receive certification to verify impacts on soil and water

The Woodland Trust are the first major landowner in the UK to achieve FSC Verified Impact certification, demonstrating how their activities will impact the restoration and enhancement of ecosystem ser...

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · Aug 28

💡 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝘄𝗲 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗨𝗗𝗥 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻-𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲?

Join FSC's webinar exploring the latest EUDR developments. Hear from policymakers, competent authorities, and key stakeholders.

📅24 September at 12:00 BST.

Register here: fsc-int.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · Aug 11

Last year, Jaguar Land Rover made an industry-first commitment to use tyres containing FSC-certified natural rubber👏

Now, they are introducing newly developed tyres made with over 70% renewable and recycled materials ♻️

Learn more: uk.fsc.org/newsfeed/jag...

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) first to roll out tyres made with over 70% renewable and recyclable materials

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · Aug 6

Did you know that the world’s first FSC-certified project was in the UK?

Westside Apartments in Ilford is a 73-home timber-framed housing complex built using 100% FSC certified timber✅🌳

Discover how this pioneering project paved the way for FSC in construction: uk.fsc.org/newsfeed/loo...

Looking back at the world's first FSC-certified project

As part of FSC UK’s 30th anniversary celebrations, we’re looking back on some of our highlights from over the years, including the world’s first FSC-certified project, Westside Apartments.

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Forest Research @forestresearchuk.bsky.social · Aug 1

🌳 Do you own or manage oak trees? Join the #ForestLab Oak Health project and work with researchers from Forest Research, Sylva Foundation and @aberuni.bsky.social

📷 Spend 30 minutes recording oak health on your land.

Sign up today: ow.ly/Gxus50Wy0kB
More info: ow.ly/k8XU50Wy0kC

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World Resources Institute @worldresources.bsky.social · Jul 24

🌳Forests: Earth's thermostat under threat🌍

New data from WRI, Global Forest Watch, and Land & Carbon Lab reveals extreme fires caused forests to absorb far less #carbon than usual in 2023 & 2024, weakening their cooling effect.

More on what this means 👉 go.wri.org/carbon-sinks

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · Jul 22

🎉We're celebrating our 30th birthday this year, so we've been looking back at some of our achievements.

Take a walk down memory lane with us and hear from Charles Thwaites as he reflects on his time as Executive Director of FSC UK from 2005-2015.

Read the story: uk.fsc.org/newsfeed/30-...

FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · Jul 17

Did you know cork comes from the bark of cork oak trees❓

Ancient cork oak forests cover over a million hectares across the Mediterranean.

Meet the family sustainably managing a cork oak forest in Portugal to support local communities and wildlife: fsc.org/en/newscentr...

A Bright Future for Ancient Oak

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · Jul 8

📢Help shape the future of sustainable forestry in the UK.

The consultation for the FSC Risk Assessment for the UK is now open.

Share your feedback to support responsible sourcing in the UK and beyond 👇
uk.fsc.org/newsfeed/con...

FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · Jun 24

FSC’s Principles and Criteria are the backbone of responsible forestry, guiding how forests are managed to benefit people and wildlife around the world.

Our new video introduces FSC’s 10 Principles and 70+ Criteria.

Watch to learn how FSC sets the benchmark for responsible forest management 👇

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · Jun 17

Our Consumer Survey revealed a surprising knowledge gap:
📦 35% didn’t realise cardboard comes from trees
📄 15% were unsure about paper
🪵 11% didn’t know that wood itself comes from trees

Read the full findings: uk.fsc.org/newsfeed/res...

Results from the 2025 FSC UK Consumer Survey

The results are in, and show that recognition of the FSC logo is highest amongst the younger generations but, across all age groups, there is still some confusion about which materials can come from t...

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · Jun 16

Webinar: Verified impact in action in North Yorkshire.

Find out how a collaboration between Essity and the Woodland Trust is helping to restore woodlands to improve natural flood management and water-quality.

📅Friday 20 June 1PM.

Register here: fsc-int.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · Jun 12

In FSC-certified forests around the world, dedicated individuals are caring for these landscapes in ways that support nature and communities.

We're shining a spotlight on some of these unsung heroes. Hear about their journeys, the challenges they face, and their impacts: fsc.org/en/unsung-he...

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · Jun 11

The results from our 2025 consumer survey have revealed that:

• 76% of people say that they recognise the FSC logo and 49% know (at least roughly) what the logo means 🌳

• 78% say they are likely to give preference to FSC-certified products.

Explore the full results: uk.fsc.org/newsfeed/res...

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · Jun 5

We visited Snaizeholme — a huge nature restoration project led by The Woodland Trust.

The new woodland being created will become FSC-certified and this will be the first site where the Trust will use FSC Verified Impact.

Find out more here👇
uk.fsc.org/newsfeed/sna...

Snaizeholme: a big, bold boost for northern nature

An update on the Woodland Trust’s work to restore a resilient landscape, to help fight the effects of climate change, lock away carbon, improve water quality and alleviate flooding.

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · May 30

We're looking forward to speaking and exhibiting at WoodBUILD next week!

The event reflects a shared commitment to scaling up the use of sustainable timber in the built environment, driving policy change, and fostering a resilient, low-carbon future for Wales.

Woodknowledge Wales @woodknowledgewales.bsky.social · May 29

Wood science at #WoodBUILD2025
Reframing the value of our forests
Wednesday 3 June, 11:00 breakout session
How can we move beyond carbon offsetting to recognise the full ecosystem service benefits of wood production and use within a regenerative bioeconomy?
👉 bit.ly/43FNFXK

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Aberystwyth University @aberuni.bsky.social · May 22

🌳 Our scientists, working in partnership with Forest Research and Sylva Foundation, are asking volunteers to get involved in an important new research project to monitor the health of the UK's oak trees.

🖱️ tinyurl.com/fwmuatf4

@aberdlsagb.bsky.social @forestresearchuk.bsky.social @sylva.org.uk

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · May 28

What is FSC forest management certification? 🌳

This confirms that a forest is being managed in a way that preserves biodiversity and benefits the lives of local people and workers, while ensuring it sustains economic viability.

Check out this video to learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBSc...

FSC Forest Management Certification

YouTube video by FSC International

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · May 21

Thank you for including us!

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · May 21

The funded projects will allow us to access to some of the incredible expertise, skills and perspectives that exist in the broad ecosystem of forest thought and practice to further our Charitable Objectives, whilst providing resources for the three organisations to expand their important work.

FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · May 21

📢We're delighted to announce that we have awarded funding to the Centre for Advanced Timber Technology, the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), and Llais y Goedwig through our Impact Investment Fund.

Find out more about the projects here: uk.fsc.org/impact-inves...

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FSC UK @fsc-uk.bsky.social · May 8

Turning complex forest data into clear corporate metrics is crucial to sustainable decision-making.

Join this webinar to see how data from FSC-certified forests can be translated into tangible ESG indicators that can transform sustainability reporting.

Register: fsc-int.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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Countryside Jobs Service @countrysidejobs.bsky.social · May 1

RFS Forestry Roots Paid Traineeships for people aged 18-30 years old with @royalforestrysoc.bsky.social Holt Wood, Lincolnshire; The Hillyfield, Devon; Chatsworth Estate, Derbyshire; Harewood Estate, Yorkshire c-js.uk/3RJ0qv2

Royal Forestry Society: RFS Forestry Roots Paid Traineeships for people aged 18-30 years old advertised with CJS

All traineeships receive national minimum wage, a £300 relocation allowance and up to 20 days CPD to use their £2,000 training allowance. For over 140 years, the Royal Forestry Society has dedicated…

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