FSC CERTIFICATION RESOURCES & COMPARISONS
FSC Become Certified
A description of the types of certification and links to more information.
https://us.fsc.org/en-us/certification/become-certified
FSC Steps to Certification
Steps required for companies to become FSC-certified.
https://fsc.org/en/page/become-certified
WWF Forest Certification Assessment Tool (CAT)
Comparison of FSC, PEFC and Malaysian Timber Certification Scheme (MTCS).
https://fsc.org/en/newsfeed/wwf-assessment-confirms-fsc-as-the-most-rigorous-and-comprehensive-forest-certification
FSC Handout
While FSC requirements for Living Building Challenge project teams differ in some ways from those of LPC manufacturers, this Handout may be useful still in understanding the requirements of sourcing FSC wood.
https://living-future.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/FSC-Sourcing-Guide.pdf
OTHER RESOURCES
Natural Stone Sustainability Standard (ANSI/NSI 373)
All dimension stone used in LPC products must be certified to Natural Stone Sustainability Standard (ANSI/NSI 373).
https://www.naturalstoneinstitute.org/programs/sustainability/
Responsible Minerals Assurance Process
The Responsible Minerals Assurance Process assessment protocols were created by the Responsible Minerals Initiative (formerly the Conflict-Free Sourcing Initiative) as a resource for companies from a range of industries to address conflict mineral issues in their supply chain.
www.responsiblemineralsinitiative.org
Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)
USDA Organic
