The benefits of FSC forest certification are mainly reflected in three aspects: environmental benefits, social benefits and economic benefits.
1. Environmental benefits:
Protect biodiversity and its value, water resources, soils, unique and fragile ecosystems and natural landscapes; maintain forest ecosystems and ecosystem integrity, promote sustainable forest management; and protect endangered species and their habitats.
2. Economic benefits:
Ensure a long-term supply of wood.
Improve forest productivity.
Stabilize forest management rights.
Strengthen the basic management and environmental management of enterprises.
Maintain or increase market share.
Production of differentiated products.
Product premium.
Improve relationships with various stakeholders.
Strengthen contact with managers and gain priority in forest management.
Improve staff morale and ability to attract talent.
Improve the competitiveness and credibility of enterprise products in the international market, and obtain more financial and technical support.
3. Social benefits of FSC forest certification:
Ensure that the rights of all stakeholders are respected and realized.