Certification

By aligning with AFS, you showcase your dedication to
environmental stewardship

American Forest Standard (AFS) Certification

Modelled after proven standards like ENERGY STAR and LEED, the American Forest Standard sets the benchmark for sustainable forestry in construction, empowering builders and homeowners to ensure their homes contribute to American reforestation making a measurable impact through responsible timber use and reforestation.

Trusted Verification
for Sustainable Building

The American Forest Standard (AFS) offers a rigorous, third-party certification that empowers builders and developers to demonstrate their commitment to sustainable forestry and responsible construction practices. By aligning with AFS, you showcase your dedication to environmental stewardship, contributing to healthier communities and a more sustainable future.

Why Certify with American Forest Standard?

Enhance Marketability

Differentiate your projects with a recognized sustainability credential

Meet Regulatory Requirements

Align with evolving environmental regulations and standards.

Environmental Responsibility

Contribute to reforestation and sustainable land use.

Gain Consumer Trust

Appeal to environmentally conscious buyers and stakeholders.

AFS Certification Programs

Residential Construction

Designed for single-family homes and low-rise multi-family buildings, this program focuses on:

  1. Sustainable Material Sourcing: Ensuring wood and other materials are responsibly harvested.
  2. Energy Efficiency: Implementing designs that reduce energy consumption.
  3. Indoor Environmental Quality: Promoting healthy indoor air and living conditions.
  4. Site Stewardship: Minimizing environmental impact during construction.

Commercial and Institutional Buildings

Tailored for larger projects, this certification emphasizes:

  1. Comprehensive Resource Management: Efficient use of materials and waste reduction.
  2. Operational Sustainability: Long-term strategies for energy and water conservation.
  3. Community Impact: Enhancing the well-being of occupants and surrounding communities.
  4. Biodiversity Conservation: Protecting and promoting local ecosystems.

Certification

American Forest Standard recognizes varying degrees of commitment to sustainability:

  • Certified: Meeting the foundational requirements of
    AFS standards. Demonstrating significant leadership
    in sustainable building.

Certification Process

  1. Determine Eligibility:
    Identify the appropriate AFS program for your project.
  1. Register Your Project:
    Submit an application through the AFS portal and pay the registration fee.
  1. Implement Sustainable Practices:
    Integrate AFS guidelines into your project planning and execution.
  1. Third-Party Verification:
    Undergo an assessment by an AFS-accredited professional.
  1. Achieve Certification:
    Receive your AFS certification upon successful evaluation.

With AFS Builders, every home becomes a reforestation story. We make sustainability simple empowering you to demonstrate your commitment, win over eco-conscious buyers, and gain a competitive edge in the market.

Your Entire Company is Certified

Including the Materials and Supply Chains

“We certify the people who build America—not just the materials they use.”

  • ENERGY STAR certified products. 
  • LEED certified buildings. 
  • FSC certified wood.
  • AFS certifies the builder as a steward of the American landscape.

Certification Benefits

Consumer Benefit:

  • Makes it easy to choose “green-conscious builders” without needing to understand complex ratings.
  • Shows that their builder is invested in America’s forests.

Builder Benefit:

  • It’s your name on the certification—your badge, your website listing.
  • Use the AFS seal in your marketing, model homes, job site signs, proposals.

Get Started with
American Forest Standard

Contact us to begin your AFS certification journey and join a community dedicated to responsible construction and environmental conservation.

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