Ahmarra is committed to sustainable working practices and is FSC® certified (FSC C018847), which means all of our doors and frames support responsible forestry. As such, the team are very proud to be celebrating FSC® Friday 2020 (Friday 25th September). Run by the Forest Stewardship Council®, this international awareness day highlights the positive impact using timber from FSC® forests can have on the environment, wildlife and people who live & work in them.

‘Forests for All Together’ is this year’s FSC® theme, which highlights the importance of bringing people together to care for forests responsibly – including environmentalists, big businesses, indigenous people, governments, forest workers and eco-conscious consumers.

The FSC®-certified and other controlled material that we use is strictly audited to ensure it meets the requirements of the FSC® Chain of Custody (COC) certification scheme. This process also safeguards trees that are on the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) list. Choosing FSC® certified products creates a demand that feeds back through the supply chain, encouraging more forest managers to strive for FSC®’s high environmental standards.

10 Reasons to Choose FSC® Certified Products

  • FSC® guarantees that the trees are replaced or allowed to regenerate naturally after felling.
  • FSC® set higher standards than any other wood certification scheme, providing the highest level of protection for endangered species and natural forests.
  • FSC® is respected and endorsed by major charities such as Greenpeace and the Woodland Trust, as well as the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) who describe FSC® as the, “hallmark of responsible forest management”.
  • FSC® ensures better conditions for those whose livelihoods depend on the forest. Forest owners must employ local workers to manage the forest, and provide them with training, safety equipment and a decent salary.
  • FSC® is democratically governed. Over 800 social, economic and environmental members help the organisation to set the right policies to protect the world’s forests.
  • FSC® protects the rights of indigenous people who use the forest. For example, if they have sacred sites in the forest, these areas are exempt from felling.
  • FSC® operates in over 100 markets around the world, with consistent standards based on the same criteria and principles applied globally.
  • FSC’s process is transparent, so every decision made is open to public review and their product claims are independently audited.
  • FSC® certified wood is tracked throughout the full supply chain, from the forest to the point of sale, so customers can be assured of the product’s authenticity.
  • FSC® ensures that forests will be preserved for future generations to enjoy.

To learn more about Ahmarra’s environmental policies, click here.