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The document outlines Bank of America's position on forest certification as a crucial tool for promoting sustainable forestry practices through its lending and procurement policies. It emphasizes the importance of credible, independent certification standards that protect biodiversity and require third-party auditing. The document acknowledges the diversity of opinions regarding certification standards, particularly in North America, while endorsing the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), Sustainable Forest Initiative (SFI), and Canadian Standards Association (CSA) as meeting essential criteria. It highlights the challenge of certifying sufficient U.S. forest acreage due to private ownership and aims to incentivize independent forestland owners to achieve certification.

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Is forest certification required by law?

As a voluntary certification and labeling system, the FSC standard was intended to leverage the growing consumer demand for sustainable wood products and use market incentives to promote sustainable forest operations.

What does certified family forest mean?

ATFS-certified family forests meet eight standards of sustainability and are managed for multiple purposes: water, wildlife, wood and recreation. ATFS is a strong network of woodland owners who share the same core values of hard work, community responsibility and commitment to protecting Americas forest legacy.

What does it mean if a forest is certified?

Forest certification is a powerful tool to demonstrate and promote sustainable practices throughout the forest-based supply chain. It enables forest owners, companies, and consumers to verify that forest and tree-based products come from sustainably managed forests, respecting ecological, social, and economic values.

What are some reasons why a company might choose to do forest certification?

To save money. To show their customers that they are managing their forest sustainably. To gain access to new markets. It is required by law.

Is FSC certification worth it?

A 2016 meta-analysis of scientific studies found that FSC certification in the tropics has reduced degradation and improved labor and environmental conditions in the affected forest no small accomplishment.

What does it mean to be SFI certified?

High environmental standards FSCs forest management standards expand protection of water quality, prohibit harvest of rare old-growth forest, prevent loss of natural forest cover and prohibit highly hazardous chemicals, which are all unique aspects of the system.

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