PEFC Forest Forum

Held on May 14, 2026 at the Moevenpick Hotel Istanbul Golden Horn, the PEFC Forest Forum convenes policymakers, forest certification experts, industry leaders, supply chain professionals, and trade specialists to discuss the evolution of global sustainable forest management. Organized by PEFC International and PEFC Turkiye, the one-day forum covers forest certification standards and methodologies, chain-of-custody innovations for certified wood and fiber products, market dynamics for sustainably sourced materials, and integration of certification into national forest policy. Participants explore how forest certification drives climate mitigation through sustainable harvesting practices, biodiversity conservation, and long-term carbon sequestration. The gathering features panel discussions on verifying legal compliance, combating illegal logging, and building transparent supply chain systems. An optional field trip and dinner cruise enhance networking opportunities. The forum attracts timber companies, mills, retailers, NGOs, and environmental agencies.