Environmental Policy
Choosing the right door should be an enjoyable part of your building or renovation experience and we believe peace of mind is key to that process.
Knowing where your doors come from and how they're made is essential, which is why we're committed to ethical and environmentally responsible practices.
Our Commitment
At Hume Doors & Timber, we are dedicated to conducting all our business operations with a strong commitment to environmental sustainability. We aim to be recognised as an environmentally responsible corporate citizen, practising diligent environmental stewardship, and assuring our valued customers that our products are crafted in line with rigorous independent environmental standards.
Reusing and Recycling:
We prioritise the reuse and recycling of by-products, packaging, and waste materials.
Minimising Waste:
We continually strive to reduce the packaging and consumables we use.
Water Conservation:
We capture, store and utilise rainwater to meet our water needs.
Optimising Transport:
We maximise transport loads to minimise energy consumption.
Renewable Energy:
We are reducing our reliance on non-renewable resources by installing solar panels nationwide
Our approach continues to evolve and improve, driven by a dedication to sustainability.
Engineered Timber Products
We maximise the use of timber through engineered products, which utilise offcuts from fast-growing plantation timber, reducing waste and optimising resources.
Responsible Sourcing
We ethically and responsibly source our timber from trusted agencies accredited by PEFC and FSC, ensuring our products meet the highest environmental standards.
Timber's Natural Benefits
Due to its organic nature, timber requires significantly less energy to produce and machine than other materials
Responsible Sourcing: Ensuring Sustainable Forest Stewardship
Responsible sourcing is key to our commitment to sustainability. We work closely with internationally recognised certification schemes to ensure our timber is ethically sourced and sustainably managed.
Two of the primary certification schemes we rely on are:
Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC) Certification:
The Forest Stewardship Council® is an international nongovernmental organization that promotes environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial, and economically viable management of the world’s forests. To learn more, visit www.fsc.org.
Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC):
PEFC is another leading international organisation dedicated to sustainable forest management. PEFC certification guarantees that wood and paper products, like those we use, come from forests managed responsibly, safeguarding the forests for future generations and ensuring that sustainable practices are maintained on a global scale.
PEFC CERTIFICATION
Hume Doors & Timber (Aust) Pty Ltd is a member of the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification Schemes (SGSCH-PEFC-COC-001532).
FSC® CERTIFICATION
Hume Doors & Timber (Aust) Pty Ltd is certified according to the Forest Stewardship Council® Chain of Custody Standards (SGSHK-COC-009377).
FSC® CERTIFICATION
Hume Doors & Timber (Qld) Pty Ltd is certified according to the Forest Stewardship Council® Chain of Custody Standards (SGSHK-COC-009405).
Ordering FSC® Certified Products
If your project requires FSC certified products, it is important that this is specified at the time of enquiry or order.
FSC certification relies on a fully documented Chain of Custody, ensuring certified materials can be traced through every stage of the manufacturing and supply process. For this reason, products cannot be retrospectively certified once an order has been placed or manufactured.
When an order is placed as FSC certified, our team follows the required procedures to ensure eligible certified materials are used, the order is correctly identified throughout production, and all documentation is maintained to support the FSC claim. If your project requires FSC certified products, simply advise our team when requesting a quotation or placing your order. We will ensure the correct certification process is followed from the outset and provide the appropriate documentation with your order.