Built-in benefits: why timber is becoming a strategic asset class

Timber is increasingly recognised as a material that supports climate goals and offers competitive advantages in real estate portfolios. Its ability to store carbon, reduce…

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Minimising greenhouse gas emissions in structural timber construction

This technical position paper from the Institution of Structural Engineers outlines strategies for minimising greenhouse gas emissions when designing and specifying timber. By looking at…

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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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Timber in Real Estate: Understanding Investors Perception

Summary Investors are showing growing interest in timber construction due to its environmental benefits and potential for long-term value creation. This report examines how timber…

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Future of Timber

The Future of Timber initiative by Evolving Forests investigates the current and future outlook of timber in the built environment by engaging with over 200…

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Building constructed of wood. Valuing Construction Stored Carbon

Valuing Construction-Stored Carbon

Construction-stored carbon (CSC) valuation is gaining traction in the real estate industry and among policymakers at various levels as a potential incentive for using timber…

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Investing in the Modern Forest and Timber Construction Industry

This white paper focuses on the sustainability, value creation, and investment opportunities in the modern forest and timber construction industry. It highlights the growing significance…

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Wooden floor construction. Accounting Framework for Biobased Construction

Accounting Framework for Biobased Construction

The report Accounting Framework for Biobased Construction outlines an innovative approach to biobased building projects, focusing on using sustainable materials such as timber. It emphasizes…

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Demand-driven Climate Change Mitigation and Trade-offs from Wood Product Substitution

Demand-driven Climate Change Mitigation and Trade-offs from Wood Product Substitution

The article Demand-driven Climate Change Mitigation and Trade-offs from Wood Product Substitution evaluates the potential for climate change mitigation by replacing concrete with wood products…

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Paul King – CEO of Built by Nature