The GFTN DVD: Solutions for Committed Companies
This 1-hour, 12-chapter video is an engaging way to learn about responsible forestry and trade in action. Download the chapters
The Global Forest and Trade Network (GFTN)
GFTN Resources
The GFTN is a WWF's initiative to eliminate illegal logging and improve the management of valuable and threatened forests.
By facilitating trade links between companies committed to achieving and supporting responsible forestry, the GFTN creates market conditions that help conserve the world’s forests while providing economic and social benefits for the businesses and people that depend on them.
GFTN Participants...
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...have annual forest products sales |
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...are engaged in 174 trading deals with |
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...manage over 25.2 million hectares |
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...buy or sell in excess of 229 million m3 |
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...employ over 2.7 million people globally |
figures current as of June 2008
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WWF-Supported Timber Provision Becomes Law
WASHINGTON – The import, purchase, sale and transport of products made from illegally harvested wood will for the first time become a federal crime under legislation passed today by the U.S. Congress. » Read more
09 Jun 2008
Stop the madness of wasteful paper consumption – make a ‘SHRINK’ pledge
More than 50 European environmental NGOs today launches “Shrink”, a joint project addressing the madness of over-consumption of paper. Individuals, corporate and institutional paper users are invited to pledge to cut their paper consumption on the new website www.shrinkpaper.org, which also offers useful paper reduction tips. » Read more
Green Garden Furniture is Going Mainstream
From the National Wildlife Federation: Reston, VA - As Americans begin gearing up for the warm summer months they will discover an increase in environmentally-friendly garden furniture in many familiar stores. According to a National Wildlife Federation survey of major outdoor furniture retailers, consumers can expect to find a wider variety of styles and prices of sustainable wood garden products. » Read more
