PEFC UK provides a range of essential documents to support sustainable forest management and group certification. Below you will find the key standards and reference materials to guide you through PEFC certification and best practices in forest management.
PEFC Sustainable Forest Management Standards
- PEFC-ST-1003: 2018 — Sustainable Forest Management – Requirements
The 2018 version of PEFC’s core standard outlining the requirements for sustainable forest management. - PEFC-ST-1003: 2024 — Sustainable Forest Management – Requirements
The updated 2024 version, reflecting the latest revisions and stakeholder inputs for sustainable forest management practices.
Comparison & Transition Documents
- PEFC-ST-1003: 2018/2024 — Comparator Document
A side-by-side comparison of the 2018 and 2024 versions of PEFC-ST-1003 to help identify key changes and updates. - PEFC-ST-1003: 2018/2024 — Summary of Modifications
A summarised overview of all modifications made between the 2018 and 2024 editions of PEFC-ST-1003.
Group Forest Management Standar
- PEFC-ST-1002: 2018 — Group Forest Management – Requirements
This standard outlines the requirements for group certification schemes, facilitating certification for smallholders and community forests.
UK Woodland Assurance Standard (UKWAS)
- UKWAS 5.0 — The UK Woodland Assurance Standard
The UK’s national forest management standard, recognised by PEFC and FSC, providing a framework for responsible woodland management in the UK.
