Integrate responsibly sourced and managed materials into design specifications

Strategy 2.3 Integrate responsibly sourced and managed materials into design specifications

Embedding responsible sourcing requirements directly into design specifications ensures that every timber product used in a project is certified, traceable, and aligned with sustainable forest management standards. By setting clear environmental and certification criteria at the design stage, project teams create strong market signals for responsibly produced timber, driving transparency and accountability across supply chains. Integrating these requirements supports carbon reporting, ESG compliance, and the verification of deforestation-free materials, while reducing reputational and legal risks linked to unethical sourcing. Close collaboration between designers, suppliers, and contractors helps align specifications with procurement and construction practicalities, ensuring that design intent is matched by verified delivery. This proactive approach reinforces the integrity of responsible timber construction, promotes biodiversity protection, and positions the project as a leader in ethical, low-carbon material use throughout the building life cycle.