In recent times, consumption habits are undergoing a remarkable change. More and more people are concerned about making more responsible purchases and are looking for products that offer them more information about what is behind their manufacture. In this context, certifications (such as those from the FSC) provide enormous added value, making these products more attractive to new consumers. Do you want to know more about responsible consumption and certified products? Keep reading!
The importance of responsible consumption
It is a growing trend: responsible consumption is gaining more and more importance. It is an attitude that implies making more conscious purchases, in which it is sought to know what is behind the products (the origin of their materials, their manufacturing process, the working conditions of the workers, how its elaboration affects the environment…).
The responsible consumer wants to be more informed than ever about what he buys; It is no longer enough just to assess the price or design of a product, you want to know what implications this has both on a social and environmental level. In addition, responsible consumption is also linked to sustainable consumption, since they also try to reduce purchases and opt for higher quality products that last for many more years.
Product certification: key to promoting responsible consumption
And what role does the certification of products play within responsible consumption? The certificates, granted by recognized organizations specifically created for this purpose, are responsible for evaluating the materials and/or processes that occur in the creation of a product, thus ensuring that they meet the minimum requirements that they themselves establish.
There are specific certifications for many different types of products. Forest products, for example, were among the first to join this world of certification, being the FSC seals one of the most recognized today in this sector. Our SIKU tables have the FSC Controlled Wood, which certifies that la The wood used in its manufacture does not come from illegal sources and that its production process does not compromise the human or environmental rights of the areas where it is obtained.
Certifications such as those of the FSC entail a series of advantages, both for consumers and for the companies that opt for them:
- Greater consumer confidence: the more information consumers are given, the safer they will feel when buying a product, especially if it is certified by a recognized body.
- Lower risk of defects: The controls that a product or material goes through before obtaining a certificate are very rigorous, so having one of these seals is usually a guarantee of high standards of quality.
- Recognition and differentiation: The certificate helps to differentiate products from those of the competition, since it is an added value that is especially important for some consumers.
- Positive impact on society and the environment: These types of stamps imply greater respect for the rights of people, as well as for the environment, ensuring greater support for development socioeconomic of the communities involved in the production processes.
As you can see, a more responsible consumption is possible, and product certification plays a fundamental role in it. At SIKU Concept we are committed to the use of certified wood, thus contributing to this positive change in society. You can read more about it in our dedicated FSC section.
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