Why FSC’s new criteria may be misaligned with North American realities.
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has long been a trusted name in sustainable forestry certification. Its label has helped consumers and businesses identify responsibly sourced wood and paper products. However, recent changes to FSC’s certification criteria, particularly the inclusion of expanded labor and safety requirements and fraud detection, have sparked debate about whether the system remains appropriate for countries like the United States and Canada, where robust labor and safety laws already …