Sustainable Forest Management

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Our Commitment

Abitibi-Consolidated is committed to sustainable forest management (SFM) through the integration of environmental, economic, social and cultural values. Application of sustainable forest management practices balances the interests of all forest stakeholders, ensuring a continual and predictable supply of quality wood fibre at a competitive cost.

We Value...		Our Policy
Healthy Forests		Manage our forests in a manner that helps to protect, maintain and enhance forest ecosystem health and productivity.
The Law and Leadership		Meet or exceed applicable legislative, regulatory and policy requirements. Best management methods and practices will be applied to achieve excellence.
Multiple Use		Our SFM plans take into account the values and concerns of all stakeholders.
Public Participation and Open Communication		Dialogue with the public and other stakeholders promotes the application and benefits of multiple use and builds a mutual understanding.
The Contribution of our Human Resources		All employees will be held to the highest standard of performance. Training, continuous learning and active participation in the decision-making process is encouraged.
Research and Development		Participate in research that advances understanding of forest science and best management practices.
Continual Improvement		Measure our progress and periodically assess our performance through control and audit processes to ensure continual improvement of SFM.