Sourcing FSC-certified lumber is no longer optional for many builders — it’s often a requirement for public bids, LEED credits, or ESG-aligned developments. But FSC isn’t the only certification that matters in this space.
This post breaks down the top certifications related to sourcing, managing, and marketing sustainable wood — and how your ERP system can tag, track, and promote them at scale.
✅ TOP CERTIFICATIONS TO KNOW
- FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council)
Verifies responsibly sourced wood
Qualifies for LEED v4.1 MR credit: Sourcing of Raw Materials
Includes Chain of Custody (CoC) documentation
- PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification)
International standard — often interchangeable with FSC
Supports responsible forest management globally
- SFI (Sustainable Forestry Initiative)
North American certification with robust environmental protections
Accepted by many U.S. state and federal projects
- Cradle to Cradle Certified®
For engineered wood products
Focuses on lifecycle, material health, and recyclability
- EPDs (Environmental Product Declarations)
Common with plywood, OSB, and engineered lumber
Required for LEED documentation and ESG audits
🛠️ HOW TO USE YOUR ERP TO MANAGE IT ALL
Tag Products by Certification
Include cert name, issuer, expiration date, certificate ID
Make these fields filterable for reps or eComm users
Attach Certification Docs Automatically
FSC CoC docs
PEFC or SFI certs
LEED-specific download bundles
Create Bundles for Spec Jobs
FSC 2×4 framing packages
PEFC decking kits
LEED-compliant engineered wood bundles
Track Sales & Trends
% of total wood sales from certified sources
Certifications by volume and revenue
Customer segments most likely to request compliant lumber
📣 HOW TO PROMOTE IT
Add “Certified Wood Available” badges to product pages
Educate builders with one-pagers and ERP-generated quotes with attached docs
Launch an “Eco Lumber” collection in catalogs or your online store
🏁 FINAL THOUGHTS
Certifications tell your customers they can trust your sourcing. With the right ERP configuration, you don’t just carry sustainable wood — you prove it, promote it, and sell it smarter.
📞 Want help tagging certified wood, setting up CoC tracking, or building certification bundles? Let’s build your green materials hub.
