In Uruguay there is growing
opposition to the large-scale monoculture plantations of
eucalyptus and pine which are covering ever larger areas
of land. The FSC (Forest Stewardship Council), originally
set up to certify forestry companies that demonstrate responsible
management, has certified at least one company with a track
record of environmental destruction (desiccation of wetlands)
and anti-union policies (including threatening to chase
woodworkers' union organizers off its property at gunpoint).
These certifications are eroding the international credibility
of the FSC.
By providing documented information and analysis of the
main certified companies running large-scale monoculture
tree plantations in Uruguay, this report aims to contribute
to the review of plantation certification that the FSC itself
is currently conducting, as well as assist local organisations
fighting against monoculture plantations.
Publications are free
to Indigenous
Peoples
Organisations and
half price to
Southern NGOs
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