People, Policy, Popcorn: American Hardwood Sustainability Clashes with European Import Regulations

European attempts to fight global deforestation and forest degradation have led to unintended challenges in the US. Small woodlot owners, which are common in the US, are being impacted by European Union geo-location requirements. Already struggling to get small forests certified, the hardwood industry is looking to address these concerns through a new sawmill certification. Learn about the Sustainable Hardwood Coalition for certification of hardwood lumber being exported to Europe.