Built by Nature France Launches with €376,000 BBCA Grant Partnership

PARIS September 30 – Built by Nature (BbN), the not-for-profit organisation with a mission to lead a global transformation of the built environment by accelerating…

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The Ramboll Foundation backs global timber construction initiative with €100,000 grant

The Ramboll Foundation, enterprise foundation and owner of the Ramboll Group, has allocated funds and resources to support the implementation of the Principles for Responsible…

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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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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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New financing models for bio-based social housing

In the Accounting Framework for Bio-based Construction, Holland Houtland presents a new blended finance and valuation model to support housing corporations and others involved in the development of social…

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Shaping the carbon sink built environment with timber finance solutions

The Timber Finance Initiative (TFI) and its partners Wiese Advisory and Swiss Sustainable Finance are engaging and educating the sustainable finance sector on the benefits and opportunities of investing in the forest…

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Construction-stored carbon monetisation

This Built by Nature initiative, in collaboration with Good Energies Foundation, part of Porticus, addresses the cost disadvantages of bio-based construction materials compared to traditional…

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Bauhütte 4.0

The Bauhütte 4.0 as catalyst. Linking the key players in the region with necessary resources and knowledge, creating a transformative force for a seamlessly integrated…

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Construction and Investment Costs of Biobased Materials in Residential Housing

To support the transition to biobased materials through improved availability of accurate financial analysis, Alba Concepts is conducting research into residential biobased construction and investment…

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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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Paul King – CEO of Built by Nature