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Forest Management & COC

GICIA India Pvt. Ltd. (GIPL) is accredited to perform PEFC CoC and NCCF-FM (PEFC-FM) certification audits.

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Forest Management Certification

Plant Trees

Earn Higher Income

Higher income from price premium that buyer may pay for certified timber and products.

Earth Care

Local Communities

Safeguarding legal and customary rights of tribal, forest dwellers and local communities.

Recycling

Biodiversity

Helps in Biodiversity Conservation, Climate Change mitigation.

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Sustainable Forest Management Certification

Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is an international non-profit, non-governmental organization, promoting sustainable forest management through independent third-party certification.

The Network for Certification and Conservation of Forests (NCCF) is a non-profit organization, working towards developing national sustainability certification standards in India. NCCF has indigenously developed the Certification Standard for Sustainable Forest Management which has been endorsed by PEFC giving the standard global recognition.

We, at GIPL, are offering third-party certification audits to State Forest Departments, State Forest Corporations, Forest-based Industries; Pulp and Paper Industry, Plantations, Community Forests, etc. against the PEFC-NCCF Forest Management Standard. GIPL has been provisionally accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB) to perform NCCF Forest Management Audits.

Benefits of Forest Management Certification:

  • Higher income from price premium that buyer may pay for certified timber and products.
  • Maintenance of existing market
  • Improved access to new market
  • Safeguarding legal and customary rights of tribal, forest dwellers and local communities
  • Getting premium on the certified
  • Helps in Biodiversity Conservation, Climate Change mitigation
  • Helps in conserving soil and water through sustainable Forest Management Practices

Chain of Custody (COC) Certification

PEFC chain of custody is an international forest certification scheme providing independently verified assurance of only certified forest-based material contained in a product throughout the supply chain that originates from sustainably and responsibly managed forests.

PEFC chain of custody certification adds value to your business by enabling you to showcase your legal and sustainable sourcing of forest products to your customers. For companies at the end of the supply chain, such as brand owners and retailers, PEFC certification offers a wide range of benefits by highlighting your sustainable procurement choices for fulfilling demanding legislative and existing market requirements.

Additionally, we also conduct audits for FSC COC through a third-party partnership.

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Our Vision

To create a world where every forest is managed sustainably, ensuring long-term ecological balance, economic prosperity, and social equity. We envision a global movement where responsible forest certification is the standard, driving environmental stewardship and fostering vibrant communities. By supporting sustainable practices, we aim to preserve the earth’s forests for future generations while empowering businesses to be part of the solution.

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Our Mission

To promote sustainable decision-making worldwide by advancing responsible forest certification for environmental protection and community well-being. We are dedicated to ensuring forests are managed with respect for ecological balance, biodiversity, and the rights of local communities. Through trusted certification systems, education, and collaboration, we empower businesses and landowners to commit to sustainable forestry practices that protect natural resources, support rural livelihoods, and contribute to a healthier planet for generations to come.

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Contact for Forest Certification

Email:
nrd@gicia.org

Call:
+91-9315490536

Office:
GICIA India Pvt. Ltd., B-081, 8th Floor, ATS Bouquet, Sector-132, Noida, UP-201304