 As a manufacturer of products using natural materials, Forest Garden
plc is fully committed to using the timber it buys in a responsible
and efficient way. We acknowledge that sustainability and the environment
have emerged as key issues in the forestry industry. Larchlap is positioned to influence
both supply and demand in the market, and thus contribute to
the development of environmental solutions in the forestry
sector. Larchlap fully supports those responsible forest
management practices that promote forest sustainability and
result in long-term environmental, social and economic benefit.  We
are able to demonstrate our commitment to responsible forestry
through our accreditation to the FSC Chain of Custody Certification.
Larchlap gives purchasing preference to certified forest
products. We define certified forest products as those materials
that originate in forests that have been independently audited
and certified as well managed by a credible, independent third
party.
Larchlap will ensure that the supply
of FSC material is monitored and recorded, providing absolute
traceability throughout the manufacturing process. We are committed
to the continuous improvement in the level of FSC material
sourced. Larchlap also endeavors to wherever possible;
source non-round wood materials from FSC approved sources. We
are aiming to achieve 100% FSC accreditation in 2005. Larchlap does not procure material
from controversial or illegal harvested sources, from areas
where customary or civil rights are violated and from uncertified
high conservation value old growth forest. <<< back |
