Sourcing Timber Flashcards
1
Q
FSC
A
Forests are managed to keep up with the environmental standards of sustainable production
2
Q
Environmentally Friendly
A
Not harmful to the environment
3
Q
Sustainable Production
A
Making goods and services in a way that won’t harm the needs of future generations
4
Q
Advantages of using FSC timber
A
Attracts customers- increases sales
Might be able to increase the selling price
Good reputation
5
Q
Disadvantages of using FSC timber
A
Increases costs, reducing profit margins
6
Q
Advantages of importing from Sweden
A
Cheaper than FSC
7
Q
Disadvantages of importing from Sweden
A
If the £ strengthens, import costs increase
8
Q
FSC or Sweden for timber?
A
Sweden, most economical
