Throughout time, the timber industry’s sourcing methods have faced growing scrutiny amid global discussions on environmental awareness and sustainability. Illegal logging not only threatens forests but also worsens climate change and diminishes biodiversity. To tackle this issue, the United States introduced the Lacey Act, a law that regulates timber and plant product exports, which will […]
Month: November 2023
If Not Wood, Then What? Exploring the Environmental Benefits of Wood as a Building Material
In a world filled with building material options, it’s crucial to consider their life cycle impacts on the environment. One of the standout options, often overlooked, is wood. It’s the only truly renewable building material that grows, regrows, and stores carbon during its life cycle. My write-up today explores the environmental advantages of using wood […]