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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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Covenant Timber Construction MRA 2021-2025
This presentation outlines the progress and challenges of the Metropolitan Region of Amsterdam’s (MRA) covenant on timber construction, with a target for 20% of new…
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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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Promoting sustainable building materials and the implications on the use of wood in buildings
This publication describes the current policy and regulatory environment regarding sustainable construction materials in Europe and North America; how member states might enhance the use…
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Safeguarding against harm in climate smart forestry
Environmental and social safeguards to prevent harm and encourage benefits of forestry. Safeguards in the context of forest management are measures taken to prevent…
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Building Materials and the Climate: Constructing a New Future
This report explores the critical role of building materials in contributing to climate change and outlines pathways to decarbonize the sector. It emphasizes a life-cycle…
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Timber Perception Lab: First Year Report
The Timber Perception Lab: First Year Report outlines the progress of the Timber Perception Lab project, which aims to accelerate the adoption of mass timber…
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Overview of Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) and Timber Structure Standards Across the World
The article Overview of Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) and Timber Structure Standards Across the World provides an in-depth analysis of the standards related to CLT and…
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Perception of Timber in Italy: Accelerating Change at MIND
This report explores the perception of timber construction in Italy and highlights the barriers limiting its adoption in the construction industry. The project, coordinated by…
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Impact Scan for Timber Construction in Europe
The Impact Scan for Timber Construction in Europe report explores the environmental and economic impact of timber construction in Europe. It assesses the potential of…
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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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Mass Timber Office Forum Summary Whitepaper
The Mass Timber Office Forum Summary Whitepaper reviews key insights and outcomes from discussions about the use of mass timber in office construction. The forum,…
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