HRH The Prince of Wales encourages sustainable forest management …

… by supporting awards for young professionals in New Zealand and Australia

Two new forestry awards for New Zealand and Australia were announced at the New Zealand Institute of
Forestry Conference in Dunedin.

The Prince of Wales Award for Sustainable Forestry recognizes the achievements of an outstanding young
forestry professional with a passion for sustainable forest management and a commitment to their
national forestry institute. Two Sustainable Forestry awards will be presented annually, to one recipient
from Australia and one from New Zealand.

The Prince of Wales Forest Leadership Award is an exchange programme for forestry students with clear
leadership skills, providing an opportunity to work abroad and hence develop a wider view of sustainable
forestry.

Both The Prince of Wales Award for Sustainable Forestry and The Prince of Wales Forest Leadership Award
reflect His Royal Highness’ keen interest in sustainable forest management and young people around the
world. Building on work already begun with the Canadian Institute of Forestry, the vision behind the
Awards is the creation of a global network of young forestry professionals who are inspired to lead
together on the vital matter of sustainable forest management. Extending the Awards to Australia and
New Zealand is the next big step in achieving this vision.

In a combined statement, James Treadwell, President of the New Zealand Institute of Forestry, and Rob de
Fégely, National President of the Institute of Foresters of Australia said that: “The Prince of Wales has long
been a strong supporter of sustainable forest management as part of his interest in natural production
systems”.

“The Prince of Wales Award for Sustainable Forestry reflects His Royal Highness’ vision for forests and
woodlands to sustainably deliver the vital social, environmental and economic benefits that we are
increasingly aware of.

“His Royal Highness has also shown his commitment to encouraging young foresters through The Prince of
Wales Forest Leadership Award which is likely to be strongly contested by outstanding young foresters in
both countries.”
Rob de Fégely