Australian businesses gain firsthand insights at forest walkFriday 28 Feb 2025
The event provided a unique opportunity to see firsthand the sustainable forestry requirements under which FSC-certified products are sourced and engage with those who uphold these standards. With over 1.1 million hectares of FSC-certified forest and more than 260 FSC-certified organisations across Australia, the commitment to responsible forestry continues to grow. Leading Australian companies, including Woolworths Group, Coles Group, Bunnings, Visy, Essity, Kimberly-Clark, Australia Post, and more, attended the event to deepen their understanding of how FSC certification supports sustainable supply chains. These organisations source FSC-certified materials for packaging, furniture, and household products, ensuring that forest resources are managed in line with their ambitious responsible sourcing commitments. Kimberly-Clark Professional, an FSC chain of custody certificate holder, reflected on the value of seeing FSC-certified forestry in practice. “Understanding the FSC system in a real-world setting was an invaluable experience,” said Julian Westcott, Account Manager at Kimberley-Clark Professional, “Seeing firsthand the commitment of forest managers to responsible practices gives us even greater confidence in the materials we source. It strengthens our ability to make informed decisions and communicate the importance of FSC certification internally and to our customers." For Coles Group, an FSC promotional licence holder, the event reinforced the significance of responsible sourcing. “Being on the ground and speaking directly with the HVP Plantations team managing these forests gave us a much deeper appreciation for the rigorous work behind FSC certification,” said Coles Own Brand Lead Sustainable Packaging Manager Emma Buchanan. “It’s one thing to read about sustainability standards, but witnessing them in action drives home why FSC certification is so important to our business and the products we offer consumers.” More >> Source & image credit: FSC (Forest Stewardship Council Australia & New Zealand)  | ||
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