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SFC Webinar Examines Responsible Wood Sourcing
October 10,
2012 by in UnCategorized 
By Home Furnishings Business in Green on October 11, 2012
The Sustainable Furnishings Council will host a webinar next week that examines the latest developments in responsible wood sourcing.
Part of the Sustainability Essentials webinar series, the session--Thursday, Oct. 18, noon-1 p.m. (eastern time)--will be led by Amy Smith of the World Wildlife Funds Global Forest & Trade Network.
Webinar participants will gain an understanding of the state of the worlds forests and global trends in wood sourcing. The session also will cover the free tools available to help furniture companies assess and mitigate sourcing risk, best practices in supplier engagement, practicing due care under the U.S. Lacey Act, Forest Stewardship Council certification, and the benefits of using lesser-known species. Additionally, the webinar will give an overview of how GFTN is working with nearly 300 companies across the globe in 34 countries to promote responsible forestry and trade.
Click here to reserve a "seat" at the webinar.