The Danish Timber Association reports that 97 percent of wood imported into Denmark in 2024 was certified under PEFC and/or FSC standards, reinforcing the industry's commitment to sustainable forestry. Certification ensures traceability, responsible forest management, and compliance with environmental and social standards.
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Jakob Rygg Klaumann, director of the association, emphasised that certification allows wood to be tracked "all the way from forest to construction site or furniture store," providing assurance to consumers, companies, and authorities. Softwood and panel imports reached certification rates of 99% and 97%, respectively, while hardwood stood at 63% but is rising steadily.
Since July, construction projects in Denmark have been subject to stricter climate requirements, set to tighten further by 2029, increasing demand for sustainable, bio-based materials. The association sees certified wood as key to the green transition, replacing fossil- and CO₂-heavy materials across construction.
Achieving and maintaining these high certification levels also creates incentives for forest owners and producers worldwide to meet environmental, social, and economic responsibility standards, promoting sustainable forestry globally. The Danish Timber Association views this as a demonstration of the industry actively contributing to Denmark's climate goals and a greener construction sector.
Source: www.wood-supply.dk