FSC has multiple active consultations open right now. Whether you work in certification, supply chains, or forest management, this is your chance to help shape the frameworks that guide responsible forestry globally.
What is open for consultation?
FSC Global Strategy 2027-2032
This consultation of the draft Global Strategy for 2027-2032 is open to FSC members, staff, and the wider public. We welcome your input in shaping the direction of FSC in the coming years.
Deadline: June 30
You can access the consultation in the link below:
https://consultation-platform.fsc.org/en/consultations/take/c9c74621006351%C2%A0
Joint Public Consultation: Certification statement for FSC Regulatory Module and FM Audit Duration
FSC seeks feedback on the following draft Advice Notes to support clearer certification outputs and more consistent audit practices across certification bodies:
- ADV-STD-20-001-13 – Certification statement (FSC Regulatory Module)
Clarifies certification statement wording for organizations using the FSC Regulatory Module, including reference to due diligence processes (e.g. information collection, risk assessment, and risk mitigation).
- ADV-STD-20-007-28 – Minimum audit duration (Forest Management)
Introduces a minimum audit duration baseline for Forest Management certification audits and clarifies expectations for audit planning, reporting, and justification of audit time.
Deadline: July 3
More information here:
https://fsc.org/en/newscentre/general-news/public-consultation-on-certification-statements-and-minimum-audit-duration%C2%A0
