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- [EPF and Assopannelli Call for Suspension of CBAM on Industrial Urea](https://europanels.org/epf-and-assopannelli-call-for-suspension-of-cbam-on-industrial-urea/) - The European Panel Federation (EPF), together with Assopannelli (FederlegnoArredo), is calling for the suspension of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) on industrial urea, following a joint meeting held today in Milan. Industrial urea is a critical raw material for the production of adhesives and resins used in wood-based panels for construction and furniture. From
- [Call for Papers – Opportunity to Showcase Your Expertise at the 14th European Wood-based Panel Symposium in Hamburg](https://europanels.org/call-for-papers-opportunity-to-showcase-your-expertise-at-the-14th-european-wood-based-panel-symposium-in-hamburg/) - The European Panel Federation (EPF), co-operation with the Fraunhofer Institute for Wood Research (WKI) and with the support of iVTH and Hywax, is pleased to announce that the 14th European Wood-based Panel Symposium will take place from 14–16 October 2026 at the Grand Elysée Hotel in Hamburg. The Call for Papers is now open. This
- [Welcome to Duarte Carvalho, EPF’s new Technical Adviser](https://europanels.org/welcome-to-duarte-carvalho-epfs-new-technical-adviser/) - The European Panel Federation is pleased to welcome Duarte Carvalho as its new Technical Adviser. Duarte joined EPF on Monday, 6 January 2025. He brings experience in engineering consultancy and sustainability, immediately boosting our technical resource for current and future challenges. Duarte, a Portuguese national living in Brussels, holds a degree in Civil Engineering and worked most recently in
- [Welcome to Aline Kongo, EPF’s new Administrative Officer](https://europanels.org/welcome-to-aline-kongo-epfs-new-administrative-officer/) - The European Panel Federation is pleased to welcome Aline Kongo as our new Administrative Officer. Aline joins EPF as of today. She was born in Brussels from Congolese heritage and holds a master’s degree in communication. Aline is a native French speaker, and is also fluent in English, and Japanese. Aline brings significant experience in
- [Construction 2050 Alliance unveils its Manifesto to shape Europe’s built environment](https://europanels.org/press-release-construction-2050-alliance-unveils-its-manifesto-to-shape-europes-built-environment/) - Brussels, 25 March 2025 - Today, at the 5th Annual Plenary Meeting of the High-Level Construction Forum (HLCF) organised by the European Commission in Brussels, the Construction 2050 Alliance launched its Manifesto 2025 “An open request to EU institutions”, setting a strategic vision for a sustainable, competitive, and resilient European construction sector. The European Commission’s
- [PRESS RELEASE: Matti Rantanen to succeed Clive Pinnington as Managing Director of EPF](https://europanels.org/press-release-matti-rantanen-to-succeed-clive-pinnington-as-managing-director-of-epf/) - I am delighted to announce the appointment of Matti Rantanen as the new Managing Director of EPF, the European Panel Federation. Matti will take up his new functions with EPF on 5 May 2025. This will allow for a transition from Clive Pinnington, who will leave EPF at the end of June 2025. Matti, 40,
- [PRESS RELEASE: Circular Choices proposes strategic role for the forest-based bioeconomy sector in the 2024-2029 EU mandate](https://europanels.org/press-release-circular-choices-proposes-strategic-role-for-the-forest-based-bioeconomy-sector-in-the-2024-2029-eu-mandate/) - Who we are The Circular Choices coalition, of which EPF is a founder member, comprises 20 EU trade associations in the wood, paper and fibre industries, commonly known in Brussels as the forest-based industries. The coalition covers more than 4 million European jobs, representing €520 billion in annual turnover, sourced in Europe, made in Europe
- [Wood Policy Event, 7 November 2024, Brussels](https://europanels.org/wood-policy-event-7-november-2024-brussels/) - The Wood Policy and Innovation Conference: ‘Europe’s Wood Sector as a Driver for the Green and Digital Transition of the Built Environment’ took place on 7 November in Brussels. What happened during this full-day event (9:00 – 17:00 CET)? Keynotes and panels with leading companies, policymakers and architects Networking with over 150 participants, including policymakers,
- [PRESS RELEASE: WoodPoP launches a new Policy Paper to strengthen the role of wood in Europe's transformation](https://europanels.org/press-release-woodpop-launches-a-new-policy-paper-to-strengthen-the-role-of-wood-in-europes-transformation/) - The WoodPoP Policy Paper will be presented today during the joint WoodPoP/W4B policy event in Brussels. Who we are The European Wood Policy Platform, WoodPoP, represents a sector that contributes >1 trillion euro of Gross Value Added, 7.1% of economic output and 17.5 million jobs to Europe. It is Member State led and industry supported.
- [Report: Successful Conclusion of the 13th European Wood-Based Panel Symposium 2024](https://europanels.org/report-successful-conclusion-of-the-13th-european-wood-based-panel-symposium-2024/) - Successful Conclusion of the 13th European Wood-Based Panel Symposium 2024 Mark Your Calendar for the Next Symposium on 14-16 October 2026 Brussels, 30 October 2024 The 13th European Wood-Based Panel Symposium, held from 9-11 October 2024 in Hamburg, successfully gathered experts, researchers, and industry leaders from across the globe. The biennial event provided a platform
- [PRESS RELEASE: 13th European Wood-Based Panel Symposium 2024 celebrates record attendance](https://europanels.org/press-release-13th-european-wood-based-panel-symposium-2024-celebrates-record-attendance/) - Brussels, 25 October 2024 The 13th European Wood-Based Panel Symposium, held from 9-11 October in Hamburg, welcomed a record number of delegates from over 30 countries. It successfully gathered experts, researchers, and industry leaders from across the globe. The biennial event provided a platform for insightful presentations and discussions, with a high-level quality programme and
- [13th European Wood-based Panel Symposium, 9-11 October 2024](https://europanels.org/press-release-13th-european-wood-based-panel-symposium-9-11-october-2024/) - This major networking event in the WBP industry, bringing together experts, researchers, and professionals to discuss the latest developments in the field took place on 9-11 October. Insightful presentations, networking opportunities and access to cutting-edge research that will shape the future of the industry are to be expected. The last edition in 2022 was a
- [EPF joins Cefic and other associations on a statement on Biogenic carbon accounting in the Product Environmental Footprint](https://europanels.org/epf-joins-cefic-and-other-associations-on-a-joint-statement-on-biogenic-carbon-accounting-in-the-product-environmental-footprint/) - This month, EPF has joined Cefic and other associations on a joint statement on Biogenic carbon accounting in the Product Environmental Footprint.
- [PRESS RELEASE: 13th European Wood-based Panel Symposium 2024 launches with near record attendance](https://europanels.org/press-release-13th-european-wood-based-panel-symposium-2024-launches-with-near-record-attendance/) - Hamburg, 10 October 2024 The 13th European Wood-based Panel Symposium started yesterday with a large Welcome Reception at the Grand Elysée Hotel in Hamburg, Germany. This high-level innovation, marketing and networking event will run until 11 October 2024. It is set to welcome about 370 participants from around the globe. Organised by EPF and the
- [JOINT STATEMENT ON EUDR](https://europanels.org/joint-statement-on-eudr/) - Brussels, 25 September EPF has co-signed a joint statement urging the European Commission to delay the entry into application of the EUDR. This delay would allow businesses to adapt and avoid risks of severe market disruptions. ➡Lack of clarity and guidance on compliance requirements ➡No user-friendly functioning EU Information System to facilitate reporting ➡Potential market
- [PRESS RELEASE: 2024 European Wood-based Panel Symposium releases its Programme](https://europanels.org/press-release-2024-european-wood-based-panel-symposium-releases-its-programme/) - The 13th European Wood-based Panel Symposium (EWBPS) is set to take place on 9-11 October 2024 in the Grand Elysée Hotel in Hamburg. This high-level event attracts participants from around the world (328 delegates from 28 countries attended the last edition in 2022) and aims to foster dialogues, joint efforts, innovation, and growth within the
- [PRESS RELEASE: Unilin Pilot Plant and innovative technology herald new level of recyclability for laminate flooring](https://europanels.org/press-release-unilin-pilot-plant-and-innovative-technology-herald-new-level-of-recyclability-for-laminate-flooring/) - EPF and Unilin are partners in the Horizon 2020 European project CISUFLO (CIrcular SUstainable FlOor coverings) that has as main goal the transition to ​a sustainable circular flooring sector and is supported by innovation funds from the European Union. The consortium consists of 19 partners: industrial partners, research centres and associations and the project covers laminate,
- [PRESS RELEASE: Unilin Pilot Plant and innovative technology herald new level of recyclability for laminate flooring](https://europanels.org/press-release-unilin-pilot-plant-and-innovative-technology-herald-new-level-of-recyclability-for-laminate-flooring-2/)
- [PRESS RELEASE: EPF releases its Annual Report 2023-2024](https://europanels.org/press-release-epf-releases-its-annual-report-2023-2024/) - EPF is proud to announce the publication of its Annual Report 2023-2024, the reference handbook for the European and global wood-based panels industry. Printed copies of the EPF Annual Report 2023/2024 (hard copy) + USB-card (digital version) are now available for purchase at the price of 2450 EUR (excl. VAT). The full table
- [PRESS RELEASE: 2024 European Wood-based Panel Symposium - Early bird registrations open until 2 August 2024](https://europanels.org/press-release-2024-european-wood-based-panel-symposium-early-bird-registrations-are-open-until-2-august-2024-only-27-september-2024-is-the-final-registration-deadline/) - Brussels, 26 July 2024 Please kindly be reminded that online registration to take part in the 2024 European Wood-Based Panel Symposium is open via the Symposium website. Early bird registrations are possible until 2 August 2024. The final deadline to register is set for 27 September 2024. This renowned networking event organised in cooperation with
- [Webinar on 10 September - ‘Responsible Sourcing: Risks and Consequences of Purchasing Sanctioned Plywood from Russia and Belarus’](https://europanels.org/webinar-on-10-september-responsible-sourcing-risks-and-consequences-of-purchasing-sanctioned-plywood-from-russia-and-belarus/) - The Webinar was hosted by EPF and SPPDwP (the Polish national association) member, Paged, co-organised with the EPF Plywood Product Group and partners including World Forest ID and the legal firm Van Bael & Bellis. More than 400 registrations were received and 366 online participants from more than 30 countries attended the Webinar. BACKGROUND AND
- [PRESS RELEASE: Successful EPF Webinar Sheds Light on Responsible Sourcing in the European Plywood Industry](https://europanels.org/press-release-successful-epf-webinar-sheds-light-on-responsible-sourcing-in-the-european-plywood-industry/) - Brussels, 10 September 2024 The European Panel Federation (EPF) successfully co-hosted the Webinar ‘Responsible Sourcing: Risks and Consequences of Purchasing Sanctioned Plywood from Russia and Belarus’. The event attracted a strong international audience, counting 366 online participants from more than 30 countries. It provided its active participants with in-depth insights into the current challenges the
- [PRESS RELEASE: EPF launches a self-commitment on MDF and Plywood Recyclability](https://europanels.org/press-release-epf-launches-a-self-commitment-on-mdf-and-plywood-recyclability/) - Brussels, 27 June 2024 EPF is proud of its members’ use of recovered and recycled wood. This is part of EPF’s sustainability approach, which sees cascade use and recycling as a key contribution to resource efficiency and circular economy. This is central to wood-based panels as a role model industry. EPF members endorsed the launch of a
- [EPF AGM in Riga, Latvia, 19-21 June 2024](https://europanels.org/save-the-date-epf-agm-2024-in-riga-latvia-19-21-june-2024/) - EPF was thrilled to hold its Annual General meeting in Riga this year. On 19-21 June, we welcomed delegates from 100 companies and high-level guests from across Europe and beyond. The AGM, hosted by Latvijas Finieris followed its traditional schedule: 🔷 19 June: Managing Board meeting 🔷 20 June: Member meetings and General Assembly, followed
- [PRESS RELEASE: EPF AGM 2024 in Riga](https://europanels.org/press-release-epf-agm-2024-in-riga/) - EPF reports 2023 results in a Baltic State homeland of plywood, unanimously endorses the nomination of Ms Veronique Hoflack as new Vice-Chair and adds a new Board member Brussels, 25 June 2024 On 19-21 June, the European Wood-based Panels Federation held its Annual General Meeting, hosted by Latvijas Finieris in Riga. The choice of location
- [PRESS RELEASE: Pablo Figueroa López Succeeds Martin Brettenthaler as Chairman of the European Panel Federation](https://europanels.org/press-release-pablo-figueroa-lopez-succeeds-martin-brettenthaler-as-chairman-of-the-european-panel-federation/) - Brussels, Thursday 21 March 2024 The European Panel Federation (EPF) announces the appointment of Pablo Figueroa López as its new Chairman, succeeding Martin Brettenthaler. On Wednesday 20 March, Mr Brettenthaler has officially concluded his tenure as Chairman, intertwined with his previous role as SWISS KRONO Group CEO, leaving behind a legacy of transformative leadership and dedication
- [PRESS RELEASE: Martin Brettenthaler remains Chairman of EPF until successor is chosen](https://europanels.org/press-release-martin-brettenthaler-remains-chairman-of-epf-until-successor-is-chosen/) - Brussels, Friday 2 February 2024 Following the announcement of Martin Brettenthaler’s departure from the SWISS KRONO Group on 31 January 2024, we are pleased to confirm that he has agreed to remain Chairman of EPF whilst his successor is chosen, assuring business as usual for the European wood-based panels federation. The Board is delighted with
- [EPF Managing Board Member Rui Correia meets Green Deal chief Maroš Šefčovič](https://europanels.org/epf-managing-board-member-rui-correia-meets-green-deal-chief-maros-sefcovic/) - In conjunction with the Bioeconomy Changemakers Festival, the 6th clean transition dialogue, chaired by European Commissions’ Executive Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič, brought together stakeholders from forest industry associations, academia, NGOs, financial institutions and Commission representatives. The aim of this Dialogue held on 14 March was to address pressing challenges and explore opportunities to unlock the potential
- [Call for Papers: Opportunity to showcase your expertise at the 13th European Wood-Based Panel Symposium in Hamburg](https://europanels.org/call-for-papers-opportunity-to-showcase-your-expertise-at-the-13th-european-wood-based-panel-symposium-in-hamburg/) - Organised in co-operation with the Fraunhofer Institute for Wood Research (WKI) and with the support of iVTH and Hywax, the 13th European Wood-based Panel Symposium will take place on 9-11 October 2024 at the Grand Elysée Hotel in Hamburg. Registrations are already available via the conference website. This major networking event offers you the opportunity
- [PRESS RELEASE: EU funded EcoReFibre project releases its first Video on increasing MDF and fibreboard recycling at industrial scale](https://europanels.org/press-release-eu-funded-ecorefibre-project-releases-its-first-video-on-increasing-mdf-and-fibreboard-recycling-at-industrial-scale/) - Brussels, Tuesday 27 February 2024 EPF is delighted to share with you the release of the first video presenting the essence of the EcoReFibre project, showcasing the benefits and versatility of wood-based panels and innovative advancements in the recycling of fibreboards. Funded by Horizon Europe (14.8 million € for the period May 2022 – April
- [Construction 2050 Alliance call and commitment for the new EU political term ](https://europanels.org/construction-2050-alliance-call-and-commitment-for-the-new-eu-political-term/) - Ahead of the European elections in 2024, the Construction 2050 Alliance, of which EPF is a member, has released its Call and commitment for the new European Union political term. As a first step, the Alliance is committed to establishing, with the support of European policymakers, an annual High-Level Summit for the Built environment, inviting all
- [PRESS RELEASE: European Panel Federation signs the Antwerp Declaration for a European Industrial Deal](https://europanels.org/press-release-european-panel-federation-signs-the-antwerp-declaration-for-a-european-industrial-deal/) - Brussels, Friday 23 February 2024 The European Panel Federation (EPF) has signed the Antwerp Declaration for a European Industrial Deal. EPF joins 72 leading companies and 34 industry associations representing more than 7.8 million jobs in calling for the Industrial Deal to be put the core of the new European Strategic Agenda for 2024-2029. A
- [Joint Statement on High-Quality Recycling and Recyclability in the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation proposal](https://europanels.org/joint-statement-on-high-quality-recycling-and-recyclability-in-the-packaging-and-packaging-waste-regulation-proposal/) - Fibre Packaging Europe (FPE), the Federation of Wooden Pallets and Packaging Manufacturers (FEFPEB), the European Confederation of Woodworking Industries (CEI Bois), GROW International, the European Panel Federation (EPF), and the European Furniture Industries Confederation (EFIC) share recommendations regarding the ENVI Committee Report adopted on 24 October on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), specifically
- [Coalition for Circular Choices endorsed by former European Commissioner for Environment, Dr Janez Potočnik](https://europanels.org/coalition-for-circular-choices-endorsed-by-dr-janez-potocnik/) - Dr. Janez Potočnik, former European Commissioner for Environment (2009-2014) and currently co-chairing International Resource Panel published an op-ed in EURACTIV, endorsing the Coalition for Circular Choices. Sustainably produced biomass is a scarce resource, thus a ‘cascading use’ approach should be the norm. Biomass sourcing should preferably focus on biomass waste. Priority should be given to long-term uses,
- [EPF Fire & Explosion Safety Task Force and Factory visit of Pfleiderer](https://europanels.org/epf-fire-explosion-safety-task-force-and-factory-visit-of-pfleiderer/) - On 10 October, EPF held its Fire and Explosion Safety Task Force meeting. This meeting, hosted by PFLEIDERER gathered 25 experts from EPF member companies to delve into strategies and share best practices in terms of fire and explosion safety within the WBP industry. The day kicked off with insightful presentations, a case study and
- [EPF Chairman Martin Brettenthaler meeting with President Emmanuel Macron, 16 November 2023](https://europanels.org/epf-chairman-martin-brettenthaler-meeting-with-president-emmanuel-macron/) - On 16 November, EPF Chairman Martin Brettenthaler was delighted to meet with President Emmanuel Macron during his State visit in Switzerland. Together with five other Swiss CEOs of companies, crucial discussions took place for the business community. This was an excellent opportunity to represent both SWISS KRONO Group and EPF, shedding light on core advocacy
- [PRESS RELEASE: EcoReFibre M18 General Assembly: promising results towards industrial trials](https://europanels.org/press-release-ecorefibre-m18-general-assembly-promising-results-towards-industrial-trials/) - Brussels, 16 November 2023 On 7 and 8 November, the EcoReFibre consortium met in Paris for the M18 General Assembly. Hosted by FCBA technological institute, the meetings dealt with the project’s main achievements until now, work in progress and next steps. Insightful presentations on the state of play of each of the work packages and
- [10th European Wood-based Panel Symposium](https://europanels.org/10th-european-wood-based-panel-symposium/) - 10th European Wood-based Panel Symposium Agenda European Wood-Based Panel Symposium
- [Club du Bois Networking event focused on Innovation](https://europanels.org/club-du-bois-networking-event-focused-on-innovation/) - Club du Bois Club du Bois Report January 2018
- [Open Day at EPF 2018 Annual General Meeting with focus on "The future of our industry"](https://europanels.org/open-day-at-epf-2018-annual-general-meeting-with-focus-on-the-future-of-our-industry/) - Agenda
- [11th European Wood-based Panel Symposium, Hamburg, Germany](https://europanels.org/11th-european-wood-based-panel-symposium-hamburg-germany/) - Press release Conference Program European Wood-Based Panel Symposium
- [Club du Bois MEP Networking event focused on "the European Woodworking Industry“ Sector Outlook: Threats & Opportunities](https://europanels.org/club-du-bois-mep-networking-event-focused-on-the-european-woodworking-industry-sector-outlook-threats-opportunities/) - The European Panel Federation (EPF), the European Organisation of the Sawmill Industry (EOS) and the European Confederation of Woodworking Industries (CEI-Bois), organised the 7th Club du Bois meeting under the chairwomanship of Mrs Maria Noichl, MEP, on 17th October at the European Parliament in Brussels. Read the full report here
- [EU Raw Materials Week 2018](https://europanels.org/eu-raw-materials-week-2018-brussels-belgium-including-14-november-2018-6th-high-level-conference-of-the-european-innovation-partnership-eip-on-raw-materials-for-low-carbon-scriptikffunction/) - EU Raw Materials Week 2018, Brussels, Belgium, including, 14 November 2018 - 6th High Level Conference of the European Innovation Partnership (EIP) on ˜Raw materials for low carbon and circular economy" (includes cascade use of wood biomass in the agenda), Brussels, Belgium
- [EPF Press Conference Interzum - 21 May 2019](https://europanels.org/epf-press-conference-interzum-21-may-2019/) - Coming soon
- [PCWIE - Final Conference, Porto 24 May 2019](https://europanels.org/pcwie-final-conference-porto-24-may-2019/) - The Final Conference of the 2 Seminars "Perspectives and Challenges of the Woodwork Industries in Europe", took place in Portugal, Porto and Lisbon, is a joint organization Cei-Bois European Industrial Industries Confederation / EFBWW- European Federation of Building and Woodworking Industry / and EPF - European Federation of Panels. The "Final Conference" addresses the conclusions
- [Club du Bois Event for MEPs on 27 May 2021](https://europanels.org/club-du-event-for-meps-on-27-may-2021/) - Dear MEP, You are kindly invited to the next Club du Bois event which will take place online on 27 May 2021 starting at 12:00 CET. Please find HERE the invitation that was sent by our Chair MEP Mrs Simona Bonafè to all Members of the European Parliament. The event will focus on: "What is
- [PRESS RELEASE: EPF applauds cascading use of wood in EU legislation (RED III)](https://europanels.org/press-release-epf-applauds-cascading-use-of-wood-in-eu-legislation/) - Brussels, 12 October 2023 The European Panel Federation (EPF), representing the European manufacturers of particleboard, MDF, hardboard, softboard and plywood strongly welcomes the cascading use of wood principle being enshrined in EU law. Following adoption by the European Parliament in September, the Council formally adopted the revised text of the Renewable Energy Directive (REDIII) on
- [PRESS RELEASE: Sharing experiences and developing best practices in the realm of fire and explosion safety in the wood-based panels industry](https://europanels.org/press-release-sharing-experiences-and-developing-best-practices-in-the-realm-of-fire-and-explosion-safety-in-the-wood-based-panels-industry/) - Brussels, 16 October 2023 On 10 October, 25 experts from EPF member companies met in Leutkirch (Germany) to discuss and develop strategies regarding the latest advancements and best practices in terms of fire and explosion safety. Networking and sharing best practices took centre stage, fostering knowledge and learning exchanges among attendees. “Safety is of highest
- [PRESS RELEASE: Advocacy 2024: Circular Choices Coalition meets with Spanish EU Presidency](https://europanels.org/press-release-advocacy-2024-circular-choices-coalition-meets-with-spanish-eu-presidency/) - The Spanish Presidency of the Council of the EU and a coalition of European trade associations representing 20% of the EU’s manufacturing companies gathered on 26 September in Brussels to debate how a circular bioeconomy could enable a more strategically autonomous, resilient and competitive Europe, while at the same time helping the EU navigate through
- [Circular Choices for a competitive EU bioeconomy - Launch event - 26 September 2023, Thon Hotel EU, Brussels](https://europanels.org/save-the-date-circular-choices-for-a-competitive-eu-bioeconomy-launch-event-26-september-2023-brussels/) - The audience included around 100 executives and experts in the business ecosystem across Europe as well as media, think tanks, and national EU/policymakers. EPF's Managing Board Member and CEO of Unilin Panels, Mrs Veronique Hoflack, was one one of the speakers of the bioeconomy talks. TED Talk-style session: BIOECONOMY TALKS, with highlights on positive developments,
- [Coalition for Circular Choices: EURACTIV Op-ed, September 2023](https://europanels.org/coalition-for-circular-choices-euractiv-op-ed-september-2023/) - The Coalition for Circular Choices released Why we talk about a fossil-free EU, not a carbon-free one, an op-ed published by EURACTIV this Tuesday 5 September. In 2019, EU greenhouse gas emissions would have been 20% higher had our sectors not existed. With the right policy conditions, and clear vision on the regulatory landscape, we could increase fossil
- [PRESS RELEASE: EPF releases its Annual Report 2022-2023](https://europanels.org/press-release-epf-releases-its-annual-report-2022-2023/) - Brussels, 05 July 2023 EPF is delighted to announce the publication of the 25th issue of its Annual Report, the reference handbook for the wood-based panels industry. Printed copies of the EPF Annual Report 2022/2023 + USB-card are now available for purchase at the price of 1950 EUR. The full table of contents is available
- [Dieffenbacher’s Anniversary celebrations – 150 years](https://europanels.org/dieffenbachers-anniversary-celebrations-150-years/) - Last Friday, EPF was delighted to attend Dieffenbacher’s celebrations in Eppingen, Germany. 2023 marks a significant milestone for this world class family-owned company, and EPF Associate Member, as it celebrates its 150 years of innovating and growing operations. The anniversary event focused both on what has been achieved, as well as what lies ahead, under
- [Applicants invited for new position: Technical Adviser](https://europanels.org/applicants-invited-for-new-position-technical-adviser/) - EPF is in search for an experienced and dynamic Technical Adviser. This is a newly created position reflecting our growing activity. If you have a solid technical background combined with excellent communication and organisational skills, please do not hesitate to apply. The full vacancy advertisement with more details on the job profile, on what we offer and
- [Coalition for Circular Choices: EURACTIV Op-ed, June 2023](https://europanels.org/coalition-for-circular-choices-ensuring-that-climate-neutrality-bioeconomy-and-competitiveness-go-hand-in-hand/) - There is no time to lose. 2050 is only one investment cycle away! This is the core message of the Coalition for Circular Choices in an op-ed published by EURACTIV this Thursday 29 June. With a clear view on future policy, we will be able to make the investments needed to drive even further the
- [EPF welcomes Isabelle Henin](https://europanels.org/epf-welcomes-isabelle-henin/) - We are delighted to announce Isabelle Henin as the new Administration and Communications Officer at EPF. She took up her new role on Monday, 9th January 2023. Isabelle is Belgian with an academic background in communications and in political science, with a focus on international relations. Her mother tongue is French, she speaks fluent English
- [Guest interventions DG CLIMA and New European Bauhaus at EPF Technical and Environmental WG meetings](https://europanels.org/guest-interventions-dg-clima-and-new-european-bauhaus-at-epf-technical-and-environmental-wg-meetings/) - EPF held its Technical and Environmental Working Group meetings this week. On 8 February, we were very pleased to welcome two guests, Mr Christian Holzleitner (HoU – Directorate-General for Climate Action) and Mr Borut Cink (Community Manager and Policy Officer at the Joint Research Centre) to our Environmental Working Group meeting. Mr Christian Holzleitner delivered
- [EPF Press Conference @ Interzum - 9 May 2023](https://europanels.org/epf-press-conference-interzum-9-may-2023-2/) - On the opening day of the Interzum Trade Fair, EPF was delighted to hold a press conference for approximately 30 trade journalists, members and guests. Managing Director Mr Clive Pinnington presented the European wood-based panels industry’s provisional indicative 2022 results as well as an outlook for 2023 and beyond. The headline comments were: 2022 production
- [Wood4Bauhaus Bioeconomy side event](https://europanels.org/press-release-building-the-bioeconomy-with-nature-based-materials-and-solutions-within-the-new-european-bauhaus/) - Report from the Wood4Bauhaus Alliance side event held Friday 7th October at the High-Level EU Bioeconomy Conference, ‘Bioeconomy - Enabling the European Green Deal in Challenging Times’ 6-7th October, Brussels This side event was held at the request of the European Commission to highlight the potential climate benefits of using more nature-based materials, such as
- [12th European Wood-based Panel Symposium](https://europanels.org/12th-european-wood-based-panel-symposium/) - Hamburg, 14 October - "Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear, not absence of fear". Mark Twain's words of encouragement were quoted by EPF Chairman and SWISS KRONO Group CEO Mr Martin Brettenthaler in the opening speech at the 12th European Wood-Based Panel Symposium (EWPBS), held on 13-14 October in Hamburg. Mr Brettenthaler recognised the
- [Coalition for Circular Choices: Follow-up meeting with officials from the European Commission's Secretariat-General](https://europanels.org/coalition-for-circular-choices-follow-up-meeting-with-officials-from-the-european-commissions-secretariat-general/) - EPF is delighted to have met Mrs Elisabeth Werner, Deputy Secretary-General of the European Commission's Secretariat-General, responsible for Policy Coordination, and officials from the EC's Secretariat-General this week, with partners of the Coalition for Circular Choices. This appointment held on 12 April followed the launch of the campaign of the cross-sectoral Coalition. This was the
- [EPF Fire & Explosion Safety Task Force and factory visit of FINSA](https://europanels.org/epf-fire-explosion-safety-task-force-and-factory-visit-of-finsa/) - EPF held its last meeting of the Fire & Explosion Safety Task Force on 25 May, in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. This meeting, hosted by FINSA gathered around 30 experts from EPF member companies to exchange experiences and discuss best practices on preventive and protective measures as well as training requirements in WBP manufacturing. Case
- [INTERVIEW: Anti-dumping measures - Imports of okoumé plywood from China](https://europanels.org/interview-anti-dumping-measures-imports-of-okoume-plywood-from-china/) - UPHOLDING THE INTERNAL MARKET Last month, the Council of the European Union adopted the decision to extend anti-dumping (AD) duties on okoumé plywood imported into the EU from China. This decision came into force on 15 June 2023, one day after its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. Okoumé plywood represents €150-200
- [🎥 Commissioner Elisa Ferreira applauds EPF’s commitment to becoming a Role Model Industry](https://europanels.org/📽️commissioner-elisa-ferreira-applauds-epfs-commitment-to-becoming-a-role-model-industry-in-terms-of-carbon-neutrality-and-circularity/) - EPF is delighted to have started its Open Part of the Annual General Meeting with an uplifting message from Commissioner Elisa Ferreira. 🎥 Video 🗣️ Speech [downloadable text version]
- [New European Bauhaus, central theme @ EPF AGM - Report](https://europanels.org/new-european-bauhaus-central-theme-epf-annual-general-meeting-2023-report/) - New European Bauhaus (NEB) was the focus of the Open Part of EPF AGM, preceded by welcoming addresses and by the public release of the 2022 EU wood-based panel industry results and insights on EPF’s Advocacy Programme 2023. The event was held on Friday 23 June 2023 at the Fontán Building, Cidade da Cultura of
- [EPF AGM - 21-23 June 2023 - Santiago de Compostela](https://europanels.org/epf-agm-21-23-june-2023/) - EPF was thrilled to hold its Annual General meeting in Santiago de Compostela. On 21-23 June, we welcomed about 200 professionals and high-level guests from across Europe and beyond. The AGM, hosted by EPF Iberian member ANFTA followed its traditional schedule: 🔷 21 June: Managing Board meeting 🔷 22 June: Member meetings and General Assembly,
- [EPF presents key results and 5 advocacy highlights @ AGM, Santiago de Compostela](https://europanels.org/epf-presents-key-results-and-5-advocacy-highlights-agm-santiago-de-compostela/) - 23 June marked the Open Part of the EPF Annual General Meeting - a momentum to present key results and 5 advocacy highlights. The slides of the presentation delivered by EPF Managing Director Mr Clive Pinnington are available here.
- [Coalition for Circular Choices: EURACTIV Op-ed, May 2023](https://europanels.org/coalition-for-circular-choices-euractiv-op-ed-choosing-green-growth/) - The Coalition for Circular Choices, launched on 28 March 2023, has outlined its vision and choices for the European bioeconomy's future in an op-ed published by EURACTIV on Thursday 25 May. Choosing competitiveness and strategic autonomy Choosing to scale up the circular bioeconomy Choosing regenerative products and materials Choosing sustainable forests
- [EcoReFibre Press Release: European Wood-Based Panels Industry scales up end-of-life recycling and circular use of recovered wood](https://europanels.org/ecorefibre-press-release-european-wood-based-panels-industry-scales-up-end-of-life-recycling-and-circular-use-of-recovered-wood/) - Horizon Europe project EcoReFibre (May 2022-April 2027) explores smart sorting and processing technologies to recycle post-consumer waste wood back into fibreboards and into novel building products. Five highly promising pilots with leading panel manufacturers are launched to demonstrate how Circular Economy approaches linked with innovative, digital-supported technologies will enable security of raw material supplies. EcoReFibre’s
- [PRESS RELEASE: EPF AGM 2023 in Santiago de Compostela](https://europanels.org/press-release-epf-agm-2023-in-santiago-de-compostela/) - Brussels, 26 June 2023 On 21-23 June, the European Wood-based Panels Federation held its Annual General Meeting in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. EPF Iberian association ANFTA hosted the gatherings in majestic settings, combining both traditional and modern perspectives. In association with UNEmadera and with the generous sponsorship of Dieffenbacher, Siempelkamp, BASF, Govi, AFRY, Huntsman and
- [PRESS RELEASE: Long-term prospects for wood-based panels remain healthy](https://europanels.org/press-release-long-term-prospects-for-wood-based-panels-remain-healthy/) - Brussels, Friday 12 May 2023 On 9 May, the opening day of the Interzum Trade Fair in Cologne, EPF held a press conference to present the European wood-based panels industry’s provisional 2022 results (indicative only) as well as an outlook for 2023. Managing Director Mr Clive Pinnington and Technical Director Mr Kris Wijnendaele addressed
- [Focus on the New European Bauhaus @ EPF Annual General Meeting 2023 on 23 June](https://europanels.org/focus-on-the-new-european-bauhaus-epf-annual-general-meeting-2023-on-23-june/) - EPF is delighted to announce the programme of its AGM 2023 Open Part. New European Bauhaus (NEB) will be the focus of this day, preceded by welcoming addresses and by the public release of the 2022 EU wood-based panel industry results and insights on EPF’s Advocacy Programme 2023. The event will be held on Friday
- [Save the date - EPF Annual General Meeting - Santiago de Compostela, Spain - 21-23 June 2023](https://europanels.org/save-the-date-epf-annual-general-meeting-santiago-de-compostela-spain-21-23-june-2023/) - EPF is delighted to announce that its Annual General Meeting will be held from 21 June to 23 June 2023 in Santiago de Compostela, Spain, and will be hosted by ANFTA. The AGM will follow the traditional schedule with a Managing Board meeting on 21 June, member meetings on 22 June including the General Assembly
- [PRESS RELEASE: EU associations launch coalition for a more competitive, and ambitious, EU bioeconomy](https://europanels.org/press-release-eu-associations-launch-coalition-for-a-more-competitive-and-ambitious-eu-bioeconomy/) - Tuesday 28 March A new group of 14 EU trade associations including the providers of high-quality wood-based products, fibre-based, paper and board products and packaging, and renewable energy solutions, supported by EU forest owners and managers, has today launched a cross-sectoral coalition. The coalition’s aim is to present EU policymakers with an ambitious common vision
- [1st High Level Meeting of the European Wood Policy Platform (woodPoP) - Innsbruck, Austria](https://europanels.org/1st-high-level-meeting-of-the-european-wood-policy-platform-woodpop-innsbruck-austria/) - On 1st of December, the European Wood Policy Platform held its 1st high-level meeting, co-chaired by Austrian and Finnish governments, in Innsbruck, Austria. EPF was delighted to be invited to this kick-off event – the starting point of a platform aiming at creating synergies and bringing together knowledge and expertise from relevant stakeholders – government
- [Press Release: EPF reports strong 2021 results but is cautious for 2022, launches 5 Strategic Directions, announces Board changes, and rings in an era of sustainability at their AGM 2022 in Ghent](https://europanels.org/press-release-epf-reports-strong-2021-results-but-is-cautious-for-2022-launches-5-strategic-directions-announces-board-changes-and-rings-in-an-era-of-sustainability-at-their-agm-2022-in-ghent/) - Brussels, 1 July 2022 EPF, the European Wood-based Panels Federation, proudly welcomed more than 150 participants to its AGM 2022 on 29 June -1 July in Ghent Belgium. The gathering was wonderfully hosted by EPF National Association member Fedustria, the Belgian federation of the textile, wood and furniture industries and its member companies UNILIN and
- [Press Release: AGM 2022 - 29 June - 1 July - Ghent](https://europanels.org/press-release-agm-2022-29-june-1-july-ghent/) - Brussels, 1 July 2022 EPF, the European Wood-based Panels Federation, proudly welcomed more than 150 participants to its AGM 2022 on 29 June -1 July in Ghent Belgium. The gathering was wonderfully hosted by EPF National Association member Fedustria, the Belgian federation of the textile, wood and furniture industries and its member companies UNILIN and
- [EPF calls for 60% material use in REDIII](https://europanels.org/epf-calls-for-60-material-use-in-rediii/) - According to the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre1, in the EU only 45% of EU biomass goes to material use, with 55% used for bioenergy. At EPF we believe that at least 60% of this in-demand resource should be preferred for material applications, such as wood-based panels. In this respect, EPF believes it is of
- [Press release: EPF experts explore techniques to enhance protection of workers against potential risks of fire or explosion accidents](https://europanels.org/press-release-epf-experts-explore-techniques-to-enhance-protection-of-workers-against-potential-risks-of-fire-or-explosion-accidents/) - Some 30 experts from EPF member companies gathered yesterday in Osoppo at FANTONI SPA to exchange experiences and discuss current practices on preventing fires and explosions to, ultimately, ensure the protection of the workers in the factories. This was the 4th meeting of this important task force that previously took place at UNILIN in Belgium
- [Press Release: EPF applauds the inclusion of the cascade use of wood principle in the Renewable Energy Directive (RED III)](https://europanels.org/press-release-epf-applauds-the-inclusion-of-the-cascade-use-of-wood-principle-in-the-renewable-energy-directive-red-iii/) - Brussels, 15 September 2022 - The European Panel Federation (EPF), representing the European manufacturers of particleboard, MDF, OSB, hardboard, softboard and plywood, welcomes the positive vote in the European Parliament Plenary on MEP Pieper’s Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE) report on the revision of the Renewable Energy Directive (RED III) as part of
- [Press release: EPF rings in a new era of sustainability with a wooden bell](https://europanels.org/press-release-epf-rings-in-a-new-era-of-sustainability-with-a-wooden-bell/) - Brussels, 29 June 2022 The start of the 2022 Annual General Meeting of EPF, the European Panel Federation, will be marked by the inauguration of a wooden bell made entirely from wood-based panels by the arborist Ben Vanden Berghe. The EPF AGM 2022 takes place in Ghent from 29 June to 1 July. By ringing
- [Press release: Catholic Church hosts New European Bauhaus event that backs using more wood in the built environment](https://europanels.org/press-release-catholic-church-hosts-new-european-bauhaus-event-that-backs-using-more-wood-in-the-built-environment/) - The significant role for sustainable wood was discussed within both the New European Bauhaus and the wider strategy to tackle climate change at a high-level meeting held 9 June 2022 in the Vatican. Hosted by the Pontifical Academy of Science and Bauhaus Earth, the event also featured the Wood4Bauhaus Alliance. Full Press Release
- [Press Release: Programme of the European Wood-Based Panels Symposium on 13-14 October 2022 in Hamburg, Germany](https://europanels.org/press-release-programme-of-the-european-wood-based-panels-symposium-on-13-14-october-2022-in-hamburg-germany/) - Brussels, 2 June 2022 Following the great success of the previous Wood-Based Panel Symposia, EPF is organising the 12th edition of this Technical Conference again this year following the regretful cancellation of the 2020 edition due to the COVID19 pandemic and the restrictions that made such a large gathering impossible. The Symposium is again intended
- [EPF Position Paper on RED III](https://europanels.org/epf-position-paper-on-red-iii/) - We are delighted to publish the final EPF Position Paper on RED III. This paper focuses on retention of the cascading use concept and gives an overview of EPF’s position on this issue. For full document: EPF Position Paper on the Amendment of the Renewable Energy Directive (RED III)
- [Press Release from the wood4bauhaus virtual conference: REFOREST OUR PLANET, RETIMBER OUR CITIES](https://europanels.org/press-release-from-the-wood4bauhaus-virtual-conference-reforest-our-planet-retimber-our-cities/) - PRESS RELEASE from the Wood4Bauhaus Virtual Conference held Thursday 8 April 2021 - Over 1200 attend online event "REFOREST OUR PLANET, RETIMBER OUR CITIES" Professor Schellnhuber delivers strong message in support of a key role for wood in President Ursula von der Leyen's New European Bauhaus Professor Hans-Joachim Schellnhuber of the Potsdam-Institute for Climate Impact
- [Press Release: EPF speaks at the WoodCircus Conference presenting its White Paper 2040 with policy recommendations on 1 December 2021](https://europanels.org/press-release-epf-speaks-at-the-woodcircus-conference-presenting-its-white-paper-2040-with-policy-recommendations-on-1-december-2021/) - Brussels, 7 December 2021 To present its White Paper 2040, the Horizon 2020 WoodCircus consortium organised a Policy Conference on 1 December 2021 in Brussels where both EPF’s Managing Director, Mr Clive Pinnington and EPF’s Technical Director, Mr Kris Wijnendaele were panellists. EPF is delighted to be part of the WoodCircus project which is funded
- [Cascade use and Circularity are central themes in WoodCircus White Paper](https://europanels.org/cascade-use-and-circularity-are-central-themes-in-woodcircus-white-paper/) - We are very pleased to share with you the WoodCircus White Paper: “European Woodworking Industries are the green engine of sustainable growth”. The paper, with its 6 Maxims, highlights how the woodworking industries are pioneers of circularity and carbon neutrality. We are delighted to point out that cascading is specifically mentioned in the second Maxim.
- [EPF present at the MEP Awards 2019](https://europanels.org/2623-2/) - #MEPAwards19 2019's ceremony of the Parliament Magazine MEP Awards was hosted on 20 March by Seb Dance, Member of the European Parliament. EPF presented the Energy Award to MEP Vladimir Urutchev. EPF thanked MEPs for the support given last year on #REDII to a level playing field for wood, a truly #sustainable and #renewable (but
- [EPF member of Industry4Europe](https://europanels.org/epf-member-of-industry4europe/) - EPF is delighted to have become a Member of the Industry4Europe coalition: 157 organisations from across the EU will campaign for an ambitious EU industrial strategy. Industry4Europe will help to set the vision for the long-term future of the EU's industrial and manufacturing strategy. Industry4Europe published several Joint Papers and Declarations on establishing an ambitious
- [Trade Issues with Stakeholders in Morocco](https://europanels.org/trade-issues-with-stakeholders-in-morocco/) - On 5 April 2019, EPF joined the EU delegation to Morocco and 4 EU Member States in a meeting with the Moroccan Industry Ministry in Rabat to defend the interests of the European coated particleboard exporters against a possible safeguard measure. By protecting the sole domestic particleboard producer, thousands of jobs in the Moroccan
- [EPF strongly supports the Single Market](https://europanels.org/epf-strongly-supports-the-single-market/) - EPF calls for European harmonisation of E1 as the minimum allowable standard, and for ½ E1 as a new market class The European Wood-based Panel Federation (EPF) clarifies the common position of its members following developments in market, regulatory and judicial affairs, and with the unanimous agreement of its General Assembly given on 3 April
- [Ursula von der Leyen's new Commission](https://europanels.org/ursula-von-der-leyens-new-commission/) - Ursula von der Leyen's new Commission The incoming Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled the portfolio allocations for the new college of European Commissioners last week. The appointments are still subject to confirmation by the European Parliament, in a series of hearings starting 23 September and set to run for a couple of weeks.
- [EPF launches its Position Paper on the European Green Deal](https://europanels.org/epf-launches-its-position-paper-on-the-european-green-deal/) - Following the European Parliament's recent declaration of a climate emergency, European Commission President von der Leyen unveiled in December 2019 the European Commission's plans to achieve climate neutrality in the EU by 2050: the European Green Deal. The Commission President committed herself to deliver the first detailed proposals within the first 100 days in office.
- [Statement made today by EC President Mrs Ursula von der Leyen in her State of the Union to the EP](https://europanels.org/statement-that-made-today-by-ec-president-mrs-ursula-von-der-leyen-in-het-state-of-the-union-to-the-ep/) - Today, EC President Mrs Ursula von der Leyen made an important statement in her State of the Union address to the European Parliament: "Our buildings generate 40% of our emissions. They need to become less wasteful, less expensive and more sustainable. And we know that the construction sector can even be turned from a carbon
- [The European Woodworking Industries are ready to match the EU increased ambition towards the 2030 Climate targets](https://europanels.org/the-european-woodworking-industries-are-ready-to-match-the-eu-increased-ambition-towards-the-2030-climate-targ/) - Please find here a joint Press Release of EPF, CEI-Bois, EOS and FEP on the State of the Union address that European Commission President von der Leyen presented yesterday in the European Parliament's plenary session. In her statement, she clearly said that: "Our buildings generate 40% of our emissions. They need to become less wasteful, less
- [EPF gives feedback to DG ENERG on the IIAs on the review of EED & the revision of RED II](https://europanels.org/epf-gives-feedback-to-dg-energ-on-the-iias-on-the-revision-of-eed-red-ii/) - The European Panel Federation (EPF), welcomes the Inception Impact Assessment on the review of the Directive 2012/27/EU on energy efficiency and the related more ambitious targets for the reduction of the EU's greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% to 55% by 2030. Enhanced energy efficiency is indeed a key objective of the Green Deal
- [Press release on the Renovation Wave Strategy: the opportunity to turn the built environment into a carbon sink](https://europanels.org/press-release-on-the-renovation-wave-strategy-the-opportunity-to-turn-the-built-environment-into-a-carbon-sink/) - Brussels, 15 October 2020 The European Panel Federation (EPF) warmly welcomes the publication of the European Commission communication on the Renovation Wave Strategy: "A Renovation Wave for Europe - greening our buildings, creating jobs, improving lives". This Strategy aims at a refurbished and energy efficient building stock in the EU that will help pave the
- [Train the Trainer Seminar on the Action Guide on Formaldehyde on Thursday 19 November 2020](https://europanels.org/train-the-trainer-seminar-on-the-action-guide-on-formaldehyde-on-thursday-19-november-2020/) - Press release on the seminar. Press release in the Holz-Zentralblatt on the Train the Trainer seminar (in German) The European Federation of Building and Woodworkers (EFBWW) and the European Wood-Based Panels Federation (EPF) jointly organised an online "Train-the-Trainer Seminar" on enhancing worker protection, attracting more than 200 registered participants from more than 25 countries. The provisional
- [Joint Position Paper on the Renovation Wave Strategy](https://europanels.org/joint-position-paper-on-the-renovation-wave/) - In strong coalition with EFBWW (the European Federation of Building and Woodworkers), CEI-Bois (the European Confederation of Woodworking Industries), FEP (the European Federation of the Parquet Industry) and EOS (the European Organisation of the Sawmill Industry), EPF warmly welcomes the publication on 14 October 2020 of the Renovation Wave Strategy: "A Renovation Wave for Europe
- [Press Release on the Train-the-Trainer Seminar on enhancing worker protection  held on 19 November 2020](https://europanels.org/press-release-on-the-train-the-trainer-seminar-on-enhancing-worker-protection-held-on-19-november-2020/) - Brussels, 19 November 2020 - The European Federation of Building and Woodworkers (EFBWW) and the European Wood-Based Panels Federation (EPF) jointly organised an online "Train-the-Trainer Seminar" on enhancing worker protection, attracting more than 200 registered participants from more than 25 countries. This seminar is the first event in the EC financed project to stimulate the
- [Press Release:  Wood4Bauhaus Conference  announcement](https://europanels.org/press-release-the-new-european-bauhaus-wood-sector-sets-out-its-stall/) - PRESS RELEASE The New European Bauhaus: wood sector sets out its stall wood4bauhaus Virtual Conference Thursday 8 April 2021 Keynote address to be given by top adviser to EU Commission President "A mastermind of the Bauhaus" In her call for a New European Bauhaus movement, EC President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed that wood
- [Press Release: Significant potential of the Renovation Wave to store carbon in the European building environment confirmed by Club du Bois organisers](https://europanels.org/press-release-significant-potential-of-the-renovation-wave-to-store-carbon-in-the-european-building-environment-confirmed-by-club-du-bois-organisers/) - Advancements in building at both height and scale in engineered timber has understandably drawn attention to the potential of new build in wood to store carbon is a significant necessity in the battle against climate change. Switching to wood on a wider scale can help bring emissions down as trees naturally sequester CO2 from the
- [EPF launched its new "Fire & Explosion Safety Task Force"](https://europanels.org/epf-launched-its-new-fire-explosion-safety-task-force/) - #Safety On 19th March, EPF proudly launched its new Fire & Explosion Safety Task Force. Its objective is to share the learnings from incidents and near-misses between participants, to provide an ever-safer workplace environment in the European #woodbasedpanels industry. 15 leading safety professionals from 8 countries met in Brussels to focus on 3 case studies
- [Groupe ESB - "Ecole Supérieure du Bois](https://europanels.org/groupe-esb-ecole-superieure-du-bois/) - Country: France Phone: +33 240 18 12 12 Website: ww.ecoledubois.fr Type: Collaborating Institutes
- [EPF announces 3% production growth in the European wood-based panels industry during 2017 at its Annual General Meeting](https://europanels.org/june-2018-epf-announces-3-production-growth-in-the-european-wood-based-panels-industry-during-2017-at-its-annual-general-meeting/) - EPF celebrated its 2018 Annual General Meeting in Lucerne Switzerland, kindly hosted by the Swiss Krono Group. Over two days EPF held its General Assembly, Economic Working Group meeting and dedicated Product Group meetings. These sessions were open only to Regular members, whereas the final event was opened also to Associate members and Press contacts.
- [EPF takes its RED II message to the top in a meeting with DG Energy's Director General Mr Dominique Ristori](https://europanels.org/april-2018-epf-takes-its-red-ii-message-to-the-top-in-a-meeting-with-dg-energys-director-general-mr-dominique-ristori/) - As part of our regular engagement with policymakers, EPF met Dominique Ristori, Director General of DG Energy in the European Commission. The focus of the meeting was to present the industry position on RED II, Cascade, Waste Wood, Recycling and Regional Wood Diversity. Following the meeting, we have agreed an ongoing dialogue with Mr Ristori
- [EU Conference "Our Forests Our Future" Brussels, 25-26 April 2019](https://europanels.org/eu-conference-our-forests-our-future-brussels-25-26-april-2019/) - The European Commission organised a significant conference "Our Forests, Our Future" to analyse opportunities to enhance the forest sector's contribution to EU priorities. High-level speakers included Commissioner Phil Hogan (Agriculture & Rural Development), Commissioner Miguel Arias Cañete (Climate Action & Energy) and Commissioner Neven Mimica (International Cooperation and Development). EPF was honoured to share the
- [Press Release: EPF announces -2.1% result for European wood-based panels in 2020.  Compares favourably to GDP (-6.1%) due to market share gains.](https://europanels.org/press-release-epf-announces-2-1-result-for-european-wood-based-panels-in-2020-compares-favourably-to-gdp-6-1-due-to-market-share-gains/) - Brussels, 16 June 2021 At its Press Conference held on 15 June 2021 by videoconference, the European Wood-based Panels Federation (EPF) announced a decline in production of -2.1% during 2020. It was noted that this was a noticeably smaller drop than GDP (-6.1%) due to continued strong demand for wood-based panels especially in furniture and
- [Press release: Mr Martin Brettenthaler is confirmed as the new EPF Chairman.  Dr Paolo Fantoni steps down after 6 years at the helm.  Mr Bernard Thiers continues as Vice-Chairman.](https://europanels.org/press-release-mr-martin-brettenthaler-is-confirmed-as-the-new-epf-chairman-dr-paolo-fantoni-steps-down-after-6-years-at-the-helm-mr-bernard-thiers-continues-as-vice-chairman/) - Brussels, 11 June 2021 At its General Assembly held on 10 June 2021 by videoconference, the European Wood-based Panels Federation (EPF) unanimously elected Mr Martin Brettenthaler, CEO of SWISS KRONO Group, as the new Chairman of EPF with immediate effect. This follows the decision of Dr Paolo Fantoni, of FANTONI Spa, to step down from
- [Club du Bois, European Parliament, 8 January 2020](https://europanels.org/club-du-bois-european-parliament-8-january-2020/) - The Club du Bois event that was held on 8 January 2020 at the European Parliament was a huge success! For more info, check out our Press release. Please find the full Report of Club du Bois event here. DRAFT AGENDA Club du Bois Brussels, 8 January 2020 Opening (6.30 pm)
- [Wood4Bauhaus New European Bauhaus Prize Guide for applicants](https://europanels.org/wood4bauhaus-new-european-bauhaus-prize-guide-for-applicants/) - There are still over ten days to submit your project to the New European Bauhaus Prize competition. EPF and the wood4bauhaus Alliance encourages you to showcase your innovative projects. You can find here attached a guide dedicated to applications. The deadline for applications is 31/05/2021. The winners in each of the ten categories will receive
- [Programme of the 12th European Wood-based Panel Symposium, 30 September - 2 October 2020 in Hamburg, Germany](https://europanels.org/call-for-papers-12th-european-wood-based-panel-symposium-30-september-2-october-2020-in-hamburg-germany/) - European Wood-base Panels Symposium 2020 Programme The bi-annual Symposium will take place from 30 September to 2 October 2020 in Hamburg. Registration for the conference can already be carried out with immediate effect via the dedicated Symposium website www.european-wood-based-panel-symposium.org. The Symposium is again organised by the Fraunhofer Institute for Wood Research, Wilhelm-Klauditz-Institut, WKI and the
- [Joint EPF-EFBWW statement on International Workers Memorial Day](https://europanels.org/joint-epf-efbww-statement-on-international-workers-memorial-day/) - In the context of the International Workers Memorial Day on 28 April, the EFBWW, European Federation of Building and Woodworkers and EPF, European Panel Federation are delighted to have signed a joint statement on healthy and safe workplaces. The wood-based panels industry has a long and beneficial tradition of close collaboration between employee representatives and
- [EPF PRESS RELEASE on the Launch of the New European Bauhaus](https://europanels.org/epf-press-release-on-the-launch-of-the-new-european-bauhaus/) - PRESS RELEASE Launch of the New European Bauhaus The European Panel Federation (EPF) warmly welcomes the launch today of the of the New European Bauhaus as announced in the Renovation Wave Strategy. More specifically, EPF is thrilled that, as underlines in the Renovation Wave Strategy, that “nature-based materials such as wood can play
- [EPF Active on Social Media](https://europanels.org/social-media/) - EPF is proud to announce the launch of its activities on social media, namely LinkedIn (European Panel Federation) & Twitter (@europanels_EPF).
- [Institut technologique FCBA](https://europanels.org/institut-technologique-fcba/) - Country: France Phone: +33 5 43 63 98 Website: www.fcba.fr Type: Collaborating Institutes

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- [Annual Report](https://europanels.org/annual-report/) - This year, EPF presented its Annual Report at its Annual General Meeting in Milan, Italy. Printed copies and USB-card are now available for purchase at a price of 2450 EUR (excl. VAT) TABLE OF CONTENTS ORDER FORM Thanks to external and internal contributions, the Annual Report contains seven Special Topics: Maximising carbon storage potential of
- [Consultations](https://europanels.org/consultations/) - 2026-035 EPF response - public consultation on the revision of national targets and flexibilities 2026-033 EPF feedback on the draft revision of the General Block Exemption Regulation (GBER) 2026-032 EPF feedback on the Environmental Omnibus Package 2026-031 EPF response on the Review of the EU Standardisation Regulation - survey for companies and industry organisations 2026-029
- [Oriented strand board](https://europanels.org/the-wood-based-panel-industry/types-of-wood-based-panels-economic-impact/oriented-strand-board/) - OSB is an engineered wood-based panel material in which long strands of wood are bonded together with a synthetic resin adhesive. OSB is usually composed of three layers, with the strands of the outer two layers orientated in a particular direction, more often than not in the long direction of the panel. How is it
- [Types of Wood-Based Panels and their Economic Impact](https://europanels.org/the-wood-based-panel-industry/types-of-wood-based-panels-economic-impact/)
- [Particleboard](https://europanels.org/the-wood-based-panel-industry/types-of-wood-based-panels-economic-impact/particleboard/) - Particleboard is a wood-based panel manufactured under pressure and heat from particles of wood (flakes, chips, shavings, sawdust and similar) and/or other lignocellulosic material in particle form (flax shives, hemp shives, bagasse fragments and similar) with the addition of an adhesive. How is it made? Wood chips comprise the bulk of particleboard and are prepared
- [Medium density fibreboard](https://europanels.org/the-wood-based-panel-industry/types-of-wood-based-panels-economic-impact/medium-density-fibreboard/) - Dry process fibreboards are engineered wood-based panel materials made by bonding together wood fibres with a synthetic resin adhesive. Depending on the degree of pressing different types are formed. The most common is Medium Density Fibreboard, known as MDF. How is it made? MDF can be manufactured with either softwood or hardwood species. Most MDF
- [Hardboard](https://europanels.org/the-wood-based-panel-industry/types-of-wood-based-panels-economic-impact/hardboard/) - Hardboards are formed with wood fibre and made by high pressure compression and temperature during a pressing process. How is it made? Wet process fibreboards are made by reducing steamed wood into fibres and by using the natural lignins as a binder during the pressing process. Depending on the degree of pressing involved, and hence
- [Softboard](https://europanels.org/the-wood-based-panel-industry/types-of-wood-based-panels-economic-impact/softboard/) - Softboards are formed with wood fibre and made by pressure compression and temperature during a pressing process. They can be either rigid or flexible. How is it made? Wet process fibreboards are made by reducing steamed wood into fibres and by using the natural lignins as a binder during the pressing process. Depending on the
- [Plywood](https://europanels.org/the-wood-based-panel-industry/types-of-wood-based-panels-economic-impact/plywood/) - Plywood consists of fine sheets of wood, or veneers bonded with glue. Plywood is a versatile product that can combine attractive surface appearance with superior performance under hazardous conditions while retaining comparatively high strength-to-weight ratios. It is available in a range of wood species, including hardwood and softwood species and combinations of the two, and
- [Managing board](https://europanels.org/about-us/organisation/managing-board/) - Managing Board The Managing Board is responsible for developing the strategic direction and federation priorities as well as providing financial oversight. Chairman: Mr Pablo Figueroa López (FINSA – ES) Vice-Chair: Ms Veronique Hoflack (Unilin – BE) Managing Board members Mr Philipp Sprockhoff (EGGER – DE) Mr Rui Correia (Sonae Arauco – PT) Mr Baptiste de
- [Secretariat](https://europanels.org/about-us/organisation/secretariat/) - The EPF staff, based in Brussels, are responsible for the daily work of the federation. It prepares the Annual General Meeting, the two additional General Assemblies and all other federation meetings.
- [Organisation](https://europanels.org/about-us/organisation/) - EPF Managing Board & General Assembly Mr Pablo Figueroa López Chairman EPF Secretariat Mr Matti Rantanen Managing Director Economics Affairs Working Group Mr Bert Vandenkendelaere Unilin Technical Working Group Mr Kris Wijnendaele Technical Director Environmental Working Group Mr Piet Vanthournout
- [Publications](https://europanels.org/publications-studies/) - Position papersPosition papers on the European Green Deal EPF, EFBWW, CEI-Bois, FEP & EOS – Joint Position Paper on the Renovation Wave Strategy EPF Position Paper on the European Green Deal Position papers on the Implementation of the Circular Economy Package Venice Declaration (14 July 2016)Position Papers on Cascade use of woodEPF launches new Cascade
- [Fire & Explosion Safety Task Force](https://europanels.org/access-to-documents/environmental-working-group/fire-explosion-safety-task-force/) - Sorry, your user has no access here.
- [Our members](https://europanels.org/about-us/membership/our-members/) - Members of EPF consist of individual wood-based panels producers as well as national associations of wood-based panels manufacturers. As of the beginning of 2025, EPF has: 24 Direct Members 12 National Associations 50+ Associate Members Together the membership includes approximately 100 producing companies and 200 manufacturing sites. #striped-custom-266782325 {background-color: #52041e!important;}#striped-custom-266782325 { border-color: #52041e !important;}#striped-custom-266782325 span
- [Plywood Product Group](https://europanels.org/access-to-documents/economics-affairs-working-group/plywood-product-group/) - Sorry, your user has no access here.
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- [Press Releases](https://europanels.org/latest-news/events-2-2/) - Press Releases Press Release: Circular Choices proposes strategic role for the forest-based bioeconomy sector Press Release: WoodPoP launches a new Policy Paper to strengthen the role of wood in Europe’s transformation Press Release:13th European Wood-Based Panel Symposium 2024 celebrates record attendance Press Release: 13th European Wood-based Panel Symposium 2024 launches with near record attendance Press
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- [UPDATES ON THE EU DEFORESTATION REGULATION (EUDR)](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/green-deal/eudr/) - UPDATES ON THE EU DEFORESTATION REGULATION (EUDR) Background: Related Legislation and Strategies The EUDR builds on existing EU policies, including the Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade (FLEGT) Action Plan and the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR). While the FLEGT Action Plan addresses illegal logging and associated trade, it does not directly tackle deforestation. The EUTR,
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- [AGM Open Part](https://europanels.org/access-to-documents/annual-general-meeting/) - Sorry, your user has no access here.
- [CISUFLO](https://europanels.org/about-us/overview/eu-projects/cisuflo/) - The CISUFLO project, funded by Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation Programme (June 2021-May 2025), aims to develop innovative circular products for the flooring industry, prompting, in the long run, the adoption of a circular economy model throughout the entire value chain and beyond, ensuring the products meet the same quality and performance standards. The overall
- [Working groups](https://europanels.org/about-us/organisation/working-groups/) - Economic Working Group The main task of the Economic Working Group is to serve as a forum for the exchange of the latest market information between members. Environmental Working Group The main task of the Environmental Working Group is to discuss current environmental issues. The Environmental Working Group also constitutes several Task Forces to discuss
- [New European Bauhaus](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/new-european-bauhaus/) - New European Bauhaus The Commission launched, at the same time as the Renovation wave strategy, the initiative on the New European Bauhaus. The initiative is both a network and a contact point at the crossroads between culture, social inclusion and innovation. It is an ideal platform for the nature-based materials made by EPF members for
- [Wood Purchasing Task Force (GesBois)](https://europanels.org/access-to-documents/technical-working-group/wood-purchasing-task-force-gesbois/) - Sorry, your user has no access here.
- [EcoReFibre Project](https://europanels.org/about-us/overview/eu-projects/ecorefibre-project/) - The EcoReFibre project, funded by Horizon Europe (May 2022 - April 2026), explores smart technologies to recycle post-consumer waste wood back into fibreboards and into novel building products. EcoReFibre aims to increase available wood resources in Europe through recycling. The ambition is to substitute up to 25% of the virgin fibres currently used in the
- [Role Model Industry](https://europanels.org/5-strategic-directions/role-model-industry/) - Transforming Europe into a net zero economy With an annual turnover of about €25 billion and the creation of over 100,000 jobs directly in Europe, our industry, being an integral and innovative part of the EU’s bio and circular economies, embodies a role model. Our carbon-storing products increasingly use recycled materials in affordable everyday applications.
- [Press Clippings](https://europanels.org/latest-news/events-2/) - Press Clippings Datalignum, 16.10.2023: EPF applauds cascading use of wood in EU legislation Holzkurier, 29.08.2023: Europäische Holzwerkstoff-Branche mit ambitionierten Zielen Wood Based Panels International June/July 2023: Panel Perspectives – EPF AGM Madera Sostenible, 10.07.2023: EPF celebró su asamblea general en Santiago de Compostela Madera Sostenible, 07.07.2023: EPF anuncia la publicación de la 25ª edición de
- [5 Strategic Directions Milestones](https://europanels.org/access-to-documents/5-strategic-directions-milestones/) - Sorry, your user has no access here.
- [Become a member](https://europanels.org/about-us/membership/become-a-member/) - Regular members benefit from the following services Advocacy for the industry with European and international authorities and institutions EPF Annual Report (printed copy + USB), the authoritative reference handbook for our sector. Additional copies are also available at a reduced price for Members Invitation to the EPF Annual General Meeting, the highlight of the industry’s
- [Members' Section](https://europanels.org/members-section/) - Access to Documents and Meetings
- [Access to Documents](https://europanels.org/access-to-documents/) - Access to Documents Managing Board Economics Affairs Working Group Particleboard/MDF/OSB Product Group Hardboard/Softboard Product Group Plywood Product Group Technical Working Group Chemicals Task Force Wood Procurement Task Force (GesBois) Technical Plywood Task Force Environmental Working Group Raw Materials Task Force Wood Waste Task Force EPD Task Force Industrial Emissions Task Force Certification Task Force Fire
- [Harmonisation](https://europanels.org/5-strategic-directions/harmonisation/) - Supporting one harmonised Europe and avoiding fragmentation Harmonisation is crucial as our members manufacture globally, but also locally. At EPF, we strongly encourage a level playing field, in harmonisation, in one Europe. #striped-custom-6a8204c2b58c6 h3:after {background-color:#dd9494!important;}#striped-custom-6a8204c2b58c6 h3:after {border-color:#dd9494!important;}#striped-custom-6a8204c2b58c6 h3:before {border-color:#dd9494!important;}Upholding and supporting the European single market against Member State fragmentation EPF has never been against imports
- [5 Strategic Directions](https://europanels.org/about-us/overview/5-strategic-directions/) - EPF stands up for a more sustainable future for society that is economic, ecological and made for people. With this in mind, we have developed 5 core objectives that will focus and strengthen our activities. They represent the focus areas involving the collective voice of our members for the period 2021-2025. Role Model Industry –
- [5 Strategic Directions](https://europanels.org/5-strategic-directions/) - EPF stands up for a more sustainable future for society that is economic, ecological and made for people. With this in mind, we have developed 5 core objectives that will focus and strengthen our activities. They represent the focus areas involving the collective voice of our members for the period 2021-2025. Role Model Industry -
- [Climate](https://europanels.org/5-strategic-directions/climate/) - Making climate regulation work for our industry Securing the cascade use of wood at the heart of climate legislation has long been an objective for our sector. EPF recently welcomed the provisional agreement reached by the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union on the Renewable Energy Directive. In this, it applies a cascading principle to foster
- [Technical Plywood Task Force](https://europanels.org/access-to-documents/technical-working-group/technical-plywood-task-force/) - Sorry, your user has no access here.
- [Regulation](https://europanels.org/5-strategic-directions/regulation/) - Defending the industry against excessive regulation Less can be more. Regulation of industrial process is essential, but it needs to be manageable and beneficial. To this end we aim at working closely with regulators to achieve positive, appropriate and fair outcomes. Standards Members of the European Panel Federation are committed to manufacturing wood-based panels in
- [Wood Availability](https://europanels.org/5-strategic-directions/wood-availability/) - Securing access to our key raw material When defining EPF’s 5 Strategic Directions in November 2021, wood was broadly available with supply and demand, generally in balance. However, EPF was concerned about a potential imbalance from surging demand for wood as a fuel, rather than as a material (with energetic recovery value at end of
- [EU Projects](https://europanels.org/about-us/overview/eu-projects/) - The European Panel Federation exists to give its members a strong, collective voice in responding to the political, economic and technical issues that impact the industry and the ability of its members to grow their businesses. Acting as an advocacy representative of the particleboard, MDF, OSB, hardboard, softboard and plywood industries towards European and international
- [Associate Members/Institutes/Press](https://europanels.org/access-to-documents/associate-members-institutes-press/) - Sorry, your user has no access here.
- [LULUCF & SCC](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/climate-energy/land-use-land-use-change-forestry-lulucf/) - Land Use, Land Use Change & Forestry (LULUCF) & Sustainable Carbon Cycles (SCC) As part of the Fit for 55 package, the Commission published on 14 July 2021: – Communication on the Revision of the Regulation on the inclusion of greenhouse gas emissions and removals from land use, land use change and forestry (LULUCF) (COM(2021)554); –
- [Sustainable Finance (Taxonomy)](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/green-deal/sustainable-finance-taxonomy/) - Sustainable Finance (Taxonomy) On 6th July the European Commission adopted its second Sustainable Finance Package composed by a renewed Sustainable Finance Strategy, the proposal for a Regulation on European Green Bonds (EUGBS) and the delegated act on taxonomy reporting rules. The new sustainable finance strategy aims to support the financing of the transition to a sustainable economy by proposing action in four
- [EU ETS & CBAM](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/climate-energy/european-emissions-trading-systems-eu-ets/) - European Emissions Trading Systems (EU ETS) & Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) As part of the Fit for 55 package, the Commission published its Communication establishing a Carbon border adjustment mechanism (COM(2021) 564) and its Communication on the Revision of the EU Emission Trading System (COM(2021) 551). The role of the CBAM is to address
- [Advocacy Leaflet](https://europanels.org/publications-studies/advocacy-leaflet/) - The EPF Advocacy Leaflet presents our industry through some key factual data and visual supports while promoting some of our industry achievements. It also presents our concrete policy proposals such as: Secure the supply of wooden raw materials and guarantee a level-playing field; Increase the use of sustainable bio-based products and systems to fight climate
- [Producers](https://europanels.org/the-wood-based-panel-industry/producers/) - A. Brivio Compensati SpaCountry: Phone: +39 0384 6892Website: www.brivio.itType: PlywoodAdvachem SACountry: Phone: +32 65 61 32 16Website: www.advachem.comType: Associated MembersActivity: Chemicals, Resins & BindersAFRYCountry: Phone: +44 207 932 8200Website: www.poyry.comType: Associated MembersActivity: ConsultancyAFRY GermanyCountry: Phone: +49 9 954 771 61Website: www.poyry.comType: Associated MembersActivity: ConsultancyAgepan SystemCountry: Phone: +49 5931 40 50Website: www.sonaearauco.comType: SoftboardAHX.aiCountry: Phone: +44 7493674269Website:
- [WoodCircus](https://europanels.org/about-us/overview/eu-projects/woodcircus/) - WoodCircus is a joint project of 17 forest-based sector actors, including EPF, and part of the European Union's Horizon 2020 programme Coordination and Support Action Project. On 15 July 2021, the WoodCircus White Paper: “European Woodworking Industries are the green engine of sustainable growth” was presented during the Forum Bois Construction 2021. The paper, with
- [What we do](https://europanels.org/about-us/overview/what-we-do/) - Act as a contact point for all producers of particleboard, MDF, OSB, hardboard, softboard, plywood, as well as for the supplier industries and other interested stakeholders, for economic, technical and environmental issues Act as the advocacy representative of the particleboard, MDF, OSB, hardboard, softboard and plywood industries towards European and international institutions Provide detailed quarterly
- [Renewable Energy Directive (REDIII)](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/climate-energy/renewable-energy-directive-recast-red-ii/) - Renewable Energy Directive Recast (RED II) In December 2018, the recast Renewable Energy Directive 2018/2001/EU entered into force, as part of the Clean energy for all Europeans package, aimed at keeping the EU a global leader in renewables and, more broadly, helping the EU to meet its emissions reduction commitments under the Paris Agreement. The recast
- [Vision](https://europanels.org/about-us/overview/vision/) - The European Panel Federation exists to give our members a strong, collective voice in responding to the political, economic and technical issues that impact our industry and the ability of our members to grow their businesses. Working with our members, we make the case for the industry as an integral part of the EU’s bio
- [Home draft](https://europanels.org/home/) - ARE AN INTEGRAL PART OF OUR DAILY LIFE WOOD FROM SUSTAINABLE SOURCES WOOD-BASED PANELS are re-used to create high quality products. INNOVATIVE TECHNIQUES SEEN ACROSS THE WOOD-BASED PANEL INDUSTRY THANKS TO THE PANEL INDUSTRY THE CASCADING USE OF WOOD MANUFACTURING SECTOR THE EU FOREST-BASED INDUSTRIES by extending the life of the stored carbon. Increasing the
- [Industrial Strategy](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/green-deal/industrial-strategy/) - Industrial Strategy EP Text Adopted – Updated New Industrial Strategy for Europe – aligning spending to policy COM Updated Industrial Strategy Com(2021)350 EP Report on the New Industrial Strategy for Europe Industrial Strategy Joint Call from EPF, EOS and FEP COM New Industrial Strategy for Europe Industrial Strategy Joint Call – EPF EOS FEP
- [Energy Efficiency Directive (EED)](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/climate-energy/energy-efficiency-directive-eed-2/) - Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) As part of the ‘Fit for 55’ package the Commission published its Communication on Energy Efficiency Directive Recast (COM(2021) 558). The proposal raises the level of ambition of the EU energy efficiency target and makes it binding. The Energy Efficiency Directive requires Member States to collectively ensure that energy consumption is reduced
- [Forest & Biodiversity Strategies](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/forest-biodiversity-strategy/) - Forest & Biodiversity Strategies On 16 July 2021, the European Commission published its Communication on the “New EU Forest Strategy for 2030 (COM(2021) 572)” together with an accompanying Staff Working Document “The 3 Billion Tree Planting Pledge For 2030 (SWD(2021) 651)”. In its Communication, the Commission acknowledges the increasing and sometimes competing demands on forests
- [European Action Guide 2022](https://europanels.org/publications-studies/european-action-guide/) - The voluntary agreement on reducing occupational exposure to formaldehyde in the wood-based panels industries in Europe called the Action Guide on Formaldehyde was jointly signed by EFBWW and EPF on 29 November 2018 in Lisbon, Portugal. The Action Guide is now available in the following languages: ENGLISH FRENCH GERMAN SPANISH ITALIAN DUTCH POLISH ROMANIAN LATVIAN
- [Construction Products Regulation (CPR)](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/green-deal/construction-products-regulation-cpr/) - Construction Products Regulation (CPR) The Construction Products Regulation (CPR) lays down harmonised rules for the marketing of construction products in the EU. The Regulation provides a common technical language to assess the performance of construction products. It ensures that reliable information is available to professionals, public authorities, and consumers, so they can compare the performance
- [How to order the Annual Report](https://europanels.org/how-to-order-the-annual-report/) - Order form Annual Report 2021-2022 Table of Contents Annual Report 2021 2022
- [EPF's 5 Strategic Directions](https://europanels.org/epfs-5-strategic-directions/)
- [Sustainable Products Initiative](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/circular-economy-package-waste-framework-directive/sustainable-product-initiative/) - Sustainable Products Initiative Feedback on the proposal for a Regulation establishing a framework for setting ecodesign requirements for sustainable products EPF & EPLF Feedback on the Inception Impact Assessment on the Sustainable Products Initiative 2020-96 EPF Feedback on the Inception Impact Assessment on the Sustainable Products Initiative
- [Industrial Emissions Directive (IED)](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/circular-economy-package-waste-framework-directive/industrial-emissions-directive-ied/) - Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) 2022-54 EPF feedback on the Proposal for a Directive Amending Directive on Industrial Emissions and Directive on Landfill of Waste EPF Response – IED & E-PRTR Public Consultation 2020-075 EPF Feedback on the Inception Impact Assessment on the revision of the Regulation on the European Pollutant Release and Transfer Register (E-PRTR)
- [Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD)](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/renovation-wave-strategy/energy-performance-of-buildings-directive-epbd/) - Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) is the main EU-level legal instrument for decarbonising the Member States’ building stock. Since its adoption, the EPBD has been closely connected with the EU climate targets and has been aligned to reflect their progressive evolution. Its central role in reaching climate targets
- [Circular Economy Action Plan](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/circular-economy-package-waste-framework-directive/) - Circular Economy Action Plan The New Circular Economy Action Plan announces initiatives along the entire life cycle of products, targeting for example their design, promoting circular economy processes, fostering sustainable consumption, and aiming to ensure that the resources used are kept in the EU economy for as long as possible. It introduces legislative and non-legislative
- [WoodCircus White Paper](https://europanels.org/publications-studies/woodcircus-white-paper/) - The WoodCircus White Paper: “European Woodworking Industries are the green engine of sustainable growth” has now been published in different languages. The paper, with its 6 Maxims, highlights how the woodworking industries are pioneers of circularity and carbon neutrality. The different languages can be downloaded hereunder. Livre blanc WoodCircus 2040 (French) WoodCircus White
- [Fit for 55](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/climate-energy/) - Climate & Energy In her 2020 State of the Union address, President von den Leyen proposed the reduction target to be set at 55 % alongside a revision of the EU’s climate and energy legislation. The Commission adopted the communication ‘Stepping up Europe’s 2030 climate ambition – Investing in a climate-neutral future for the benefit
- [EU Green Deal](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/)
- [COP26 Wood Manifesto](https://europanels.org/cop26-wood-manifesto/) - Find our more and read the COP26 Wood Manifesto
- [Venice Declaration](https://europanels.org/venice-declaration/)
- [Members Assocations](https://europanels.org/access-to-documents/circular-letters-2-2/) - Sorry, your user has no access here.
- [Climate Law](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/green-deal/climate-law/) - Climate Law The Commission’s proposal for the first European Climate Law aims to write into law the goal set out in the European Green Deal for Europe’s economy and society to become climate-neutral by 2050. This means achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions for EU countries as a whole, mainly by cutting emissions, investing in
- [Product Environmental Footprint (PEF)](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/circular-economy-package-waste-framework-directive/product-environmental-footprint-pef/) - Product Environmental Footprint (FEP) 2020-066 EPF Feedback on the Inception Impact Assessment on “Environmental performance of products and businesses substantiating claims” EPF Response – Public consultation on a potential legislative proposal on substantiating green claims
- [Bioeconomy Strategy](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/circular-economy-package-waste-framework-directive/bioeconomy-strategy/) - Bioeconomy Strategy The Bioeconomy Strategy will accelerate the deployment of a sustainable European bioeconomy. It has 5 goals: ensure food and nutrition security; manage natural resources sustainably; reduce dependence on non-renewable, unsustainable resources; limit and adapt to climate change; strengthen European competitiveness and create jobs. The strategy will contribute to the European Green Deal, as
- [Renovation Wave Strategy](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/renovation-wave-strategy/) - Renovation Wave Strategy The building sector in Europe and is responsible for about 40% of the EU’s total energy consumption and more than one third of the EU’s emissions. But only 1% of buildings undergo energy efficient renovation every year, so effective action is crucial to making Europe climate-neutral by 2050. Currently, roughly 75% of
- [Green Deal](https://europanels.org/european-policy-developments/green-deal/) - Green Deal EPF Advocacy Leaflet Climate change and environmental degradation are an existential threat to Europe and the world. To overcome these challenges, Europe needs a new growth strategy that will transform the Union into a modern, resource-efficient and competitive economy, where; There are no net emissions of greenhouse gases by 2050 Economic growth is
- [MEP Forum "Club du Bois"](https://europanels.org/mep-forum-club-du-bois/) - Club du Bois is an informal gathering of MEPs and industry representatives to discuss EU legislative issues related to the woodworking industries of Europe. It is co-organised by EPF, EOS (the sawmills association www.eos-oes.eu) and CEI-Bois (the woodworking industries confederation www.cei-bois.org). For further information, please see the dedicated Club du Bois website: http://www.clubdubois.eu/ Chairwoman MEP
- [Workers' protection](https://europanels.org/workers-protection/) - The social partners of the European wood working industry traditionally pay strong attention to occupational safety and health. Complying with the EU legislation plays a key role in improving the level of protection in the panel producing industry. We agree that investment in OSH adds value to productivity and performance as well as the protection
- [Position Papers](https://europanels.org/publications-studies/position-papers/) - EU Green DealPosition papers on the Implementation of the Circulate Economy Package Venice Declaration (14 July 2016)Position Papers on Cascade use of woodEPF launches new Cascade and Recycling video (15 September 2017)Press release after EPF Chairman discusses Cascade at high-level stakeholder conference to help prepare the EU Strategy for long-term emissions reductions (12 July 2018)Position
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