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A bit of #OakAdemy for a Friday afternoon? 🌱🌎 Oak and Sustainability 🌎🌱 In a world increasingly focused on sustainable living, oak stands as a shining example of a material that combines timeless elegance with environmental responsibility. From responsible harvesting practices to its natural renewability, oak is a champion of sustainability. Choosing oak products not only brings a touch of enduring beauty into our lives but also contributes to the preservation of our planet for future generations. As consumers, architects, and designers, we hold the power to make sustainable choices, and the enduring legacy of oak reminds us of the profound impact our choices can have on the world around us. Here's how oak is a sustainable choice in construction 👇

In our brand new blog, we take a look into what makes a construction product truly sustainable. 💎 In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable construction, deciphering the various certifications and standards can be a daunting task. Understanding if a construction product is truly sustainable is even harder. At Sapphire Balconies, we’re proud to be committed to this strategic approach to sustainability. As the first balcony company to commit to Science Based Targets in the world, Sapphire isn’t just aiming to collect certifications like PAS 2060, but instead moving from milestone to milestone with the intention of paving a pathway to Net Zero. Our commitment reflects a broader vision for sustainability that is detailed in our Vision 2030, which outlines ambitious goals for reducing environmental impact and fostering sustainable development within the construction industry and beyond. 🔗 Click the link in our comments to see what meeting sustainability standards in 2024 looks like. #ResidentialConstruction #Sustainability #SustainableConstruction #PAS2060 #NetZero #CarbonNeutral #Balconies #ConstructionBlog #IndustryInsights #ESG

This is simply phenomenal! A true female pioneer Annica Ånäs 🌲 The World’s Largest Wooden Urban Development “Infused with the Serenity of a Forest” Swedish developer Annica Ånäs, CEO of Atrium Ljungberg, is leading the creation of the world's largest wooden city. Set to cover a massive 2.5m sq ft of land in southern Stockholm and comprising 7,000 office spaces, 2,000 homes and swathes of restaurants, shops and public realm when completed in 2027, the project will be a feat of both urban design and sustainable innovation. The goal is to decrease the climate footprint of the project by around 40 per cent compared to one of a similar size and scale deploying more commonly used materials such as concrete and steel. It is a bold move. While the benefits of mass timber construction are well-known and documented - aforementioned sustainability credentials, a faster and quieter construction process and increased well-being for the people who eventually spend time in the completed spaces and places to name a few – so too are the pitfalls. For decades, mass timber use in construction and development has not been top of the list for designers and developers, particularly in the UK and Europe, despite the swathes of advantages. Apart from anything else, fear of getting caught up in lengthy, not to mention costly, insurance hurdles off the back of the potential for fire and water damage has proven to be a significant deterrent. Read more here Emily Wright CREtech https://lnkd.in/eBx-qsTV

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Innovation meets sustainability in Rangendingen 🌱 Our new production extension is a blend of innovation and sustainability, showcasing our commitment to the environment. 🌿 Green building design Adhering to KfW40 EE standards, our structures prioritize energy efficiency and environmental impact reduction, contributing to a greener future. 🌲 Natural aesthetics Embracing local wood as a primary building material, our wooden facade harmonizes with nature, creating an eco-friendly and visually pleasing structure. ☀️ Solar-powered operations Our roof hosts one of the country's significant solar arrays, providing sustainable power for our operations and supporting a cleaner grid. 🌍 Our new building embodies the balance of innovation and sustainability, setting a standard for responsible industry growth. #Sustainability #Rangendingen #RenewableEnergy #GreenBuilding

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In 2024, Earth Day is actively fighting against plastics and embracing the widespread adoption of natural materials across all industries. With the production and use of materials contributing a significant carbon footprint, we are excited to see more and more projects explore the use of timber, says Emily Newmarch, WAM’s Low Carbon Design and Research Specialist.   Case study: Aspiring House in Wānaka by Roa has recently been granted resource consent – designed to achieve a southern hemisphere first in zero carbon certification, requiring the project to have net zero emissions from both operational and embodied carbon. Significant moves include its mass timber structure; low carbon palette for envelope and interiors; a solar panel façade; and is designed to Wānaka's climatic and seismic building requirements.   "Designing at the intersection of innovation, culture and sustainability, WAM’s cutting-edge workstreams lead to world-leading regenerative design outcomes. Aspiring House is an ambitious project that is amplifying what it means to be a sustainable, low carbon building. Its material palette is responsive to the context of Wānaka while staying true to its low carbon design principles”, says Emily.   If you’re interested in learning more about building with low carbon and natural materials, our Advanced Timber Unit and sustainability experts would love to hear from you. View more: https://lnkd.in/gXaKdq5f

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"Paris 2024 wants to make sustainability, rather than monumental construction, its chief legacy."   The city is showcasing a new era of sustainable construction with a focus on timber 🌳   This approach aims to "help provide a springboard for a green transformation of France’s construction industry." Timber buildings, like the Olympic Aquatics Centre, are "constructed mainly from wood, pieced together like a Lego set."   The benefits of using timber include:   🌱 Environmental  "Harvested wood is generally considered 'carbon neutral' if all trees felled are replaced with new saplings that are allowed to grow to the same age." Plus, wood "is relatively light, further reducing emissions by lessening the load on construction machinery."   💰 Affordability The process of assembling the buildings onsite is even swifter. “With some of our products, we assemble the pieces twice as fast as we fabricate them.”   By prioritising timber, we are not only creating beautiful, functional spaces but also paving the way for a more sustainable future.   Read more: https//https://lnkd.in/gTY8ScnW   #Sustainability #TimberConstruction #Paris2024 #EnvironmentalImpact