Question 6.3

3 of 7 in Resources

Objective

To increase the percentage of timber used in construction sourced from sustainably managed and temperate sources. Recognised accreditations include the Forest Stewardship Council Certification Scheme and Pan European Forest Certification.

Importance: Importance

Question

What proportion of timber used in the construction of infrastructure and the public realm will be from an accredited FSC and PERC sustainable source?

Targets and Justification

Best
100% FSC/ PEFC
Good
75% from FSC/ PEFC source and balance from temperate sources
Minimum
50% from FSC/ PEFC source

Applies to Developments

This question applies to Small, Medium and Large developments.