Impact of Brick Shortage on the Timber Industry in the UK
In recent years, a significant shift in the UK construction industry has been emerging, with timber framing gaining traction as an alternative to traditional
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Sustainable Guitars: How Forestry Is Changing Their Tune
Striking the right chord, sustainable guitars prove that forestry’s future is in tune with the planet — and the market.
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Milwaukee’s 55-Story Timber Tower: A New Chapter in Sustainable Construction
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is poised to make architectural history with the construction of a groundbreaking 55-story timber tower. This ambitious project is set to surpass the current tallest timber building in the world — the 25-story Ascent building, also located in Milwaukee. By choosing to embrace timber for high-rise construction on such a large scale, the…
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Climate Change Hurting Urban Boreal Forests
Urban boreal forests play a key role in northern cities, providing biodiversity, recreational spaces, and contributing to environmental health. These forests, found in cities such as Helsinki and Stockholm, help regulate urban temperatures, filter pollutants, and absorb carbon dioxide, which is important for addressing climate change. However, these forests are facing growing challenges due to…
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Timber Shortage Reshapes Finland’s Timber Industry
Discover the key adjustments in Finland’s timber industry, including enhanced efficiency through technology, the rise of engineered wood, and sustainable forestry practices. Learn how the sector is adapting to timber shortages with alternative biomass and improved forest management strategies for long-term sustainability.
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Forestry’s Challenges in Northern B.C.
The forestry sector in northern B.C. is facing challenges, but workers are finding new opportunities in other industries through retraining programs and
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Safer Prescribed Burns: Reducing Wildfire Risks
Prescribed burns reduce wildfire risks and improve public health. Discover how fine-tuning burn conditions can minimize harmful emissions, protect ecosystems,
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Michigan Struggles with Ice Storm Damage in Early 2025
Michigan forestry industry faces challenges after January 2025 ice storm, with impacts on red pine, logging operations, and timber prices.
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Housing Construction Trends Affect Canada’s Forestry Industry
How Canada’s housing construction rates compare to the 1970s and the crucial role the forestry industry plays in supporting sustainable, affordable homes.
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Forest Biomass: New Satellite Mission to Map Forests
ESA’s Biomass satellite will revolutionize forest monitoring by mapping biomass across the globe, offering crucial data.
