A practical guide to moisture for timber construction

Moisture is one of the greatest risks to timber construction, but it’s also one of the most manageable. This practical guide, developed by the Danish…

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A literature review on the health impacts of wood and mass timber building

The Carbon Leadership Forum has published a comprehensive literature review examining the health impacts of wood and mass timber buildings. Drawing from over 50 peer-reviewed…

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Understanding biogenic carbon accounting in wood EPDs

Biogenic carbon accounting plays a critical role in understanding the climate impacts of wood-based construction materials. This knowledge item explores how biogenic carbon is treated…

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Timber construction and decarbonization of the built environment in Italy

The construction sector is undergoing a cultural shift driven by the need for sustainable processes and solutions that contribute to decarbonization. The introduction of ESG…

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Bridging the gap between construction and forestry: The IMPACTT project

The IMPACTT project (Innovative Mapping and Processes to Advance Construction Timber Transparency) aims to enhance transparency and sustainability in timber use within the construction industry….

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Update in LCA Data for Cross Laminated Timber – From Tree to Panel: Data for Accurate and Transparent Assessment

Update in LCA Data for Cross Laminated Timber – From Tree to Panel: Data for Accurate and Transparent Assessment

Through their research, W/E Adviseurs, Probos, and SHR present an updated Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) dataset for Cross Laminated Timber (CLT), improving accuracy and transparency…

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Nature-Based Materials – As a solution for climate-neutral buildings in Germany

Nature-Based Materials – As a solution for climate-neutral buildings in Germany

Germany’s construction sector is at a crossroads. With 40% of national emissions tied to the building sector, the country faces mounting pressure to decarbonize while…

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Measuring Mass Timber – A mass timber whole life carbon and quality of life method

This study, led by dRMM in collaboration with Edinburgh Napier University and the Quality of Life Foundation, develops a methodology to measure the whole life…

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Understanding and Engaging with the EU Policy Landscape for Natural Building Materials

Summary How the European Union’s evolving climate and sustainability policies are shaping the future of natural building materials (NBMs)? This report examines key legislative and…

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Discounts for International Timber Conferences in 2025!

Built by Nature is delighted to offer exclusive discounts for two upcoming international conferences. Forum International Bois Construction (FBC) Join us at the 14th edition…

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Scoping Dialogue on Climate Positive Forest Products: Opportunities and Challenges of Mass Timber Construction

Summary These documents provide a comprehensive exploration of the potential for mass timber construction as a climate-positive solution. The dialogues and reports focus on the…

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Fire Safe Design of Mass Timber Buildings

Summary This guide, developed by Arup, provides comprehensive methodologies and recommendations for the fire-safe design of mass timber buildings. It focuses on structural fire resistance,…

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