Forests of Opportunity: Join Us at the SFI Annual Conference October 21-25 in Virginia

September 20, 2019

Forests of Opportunity: Join Us at the SFI Annual Conference October 21-25 in Virginia

The Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) Annual Conference brings together thought leaders and influencers to learn about the opportunities that forests provide—from understanding the conservation benefits of forest certification, to economic opportunities for local communities, to how students can become forest stewards. All this and more is waiting for you!

Join us in Richmond, Virginia and be part of this signature conference, positioned at the nexus of environmental, social, and economic issues—where healthy forests, vibrant communities, and responsible purchasing come together to improve society.

The diverse range of attendees includes conservation and community partners, Indigenous leaders, environmental educators, and engaged forest product customers from across Canada and the U.S.

Speaker and Session Highlights

Hear from an impressive lineup of speakers and participate in a wide range of sessions, network with peers, and make new contacts. Check out the agenda for more details about these session topics:

• Growing Our Future Green Leaders
• Advancing Sustainability Through Forest-Focused Collaborations
• The Circular Economy and the Forest Solution
• Paper to the Rescue: Opportunities for Fighting the Ocean Plastic Crisis
• Opportunities in the Forest Sector and Securing Our Climate Future
• The Sky’s the Limit with Innovative Wood Buildings
• SFI Standard Revision Workshop
• A Conservation Conversation: Scaling SFI Conservation Outcomes in Managed Forest Landscapes
• The SFI Standard’s Contribution to Conservation Outcomes
• Rethinking Our Carbon Future: The Climate Change Conversation—Linking Supply Chain Drivers to Achieve Forest Resiliency and Carbon Goals
• Conservation Impact Workshop: Seeking Transparency in Practice—Results that Speak to the Marketplace