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🌱 Let's Talk Sustainable Construction: The Rise of Mass Timber 🌱 Check out this article and join the conversation about the future of construction! We're diving into the trend of using sustainable materials, especially mass timber. Industry leaders like Don Manlapaz and Geoff Cape are big supporters of mass timber. They say it's faster, cheaper, and better for the environment. Companies like us are making buildings with modular wood, which is eco-friendly and affordable. Investments, like Element5's new facility in Ontario, show that mass timber is becoming a big deal, even locally. Even though it might cost more at first, mass timber saves time and money in the long run. And it's getting popular with designers as well! At Cltech, we're excited about the potential of mass timber in construction. As pioneers in sustainable technology, we're committed to supporting the industry's shift towards greener building practices. Let's talk about how using mass timber can make construction greener and better for everyone. #SustainableConstruction #MassTimber #GreenBuilding #Innovation #FutureofConstruction #Cltech #EngineeredWood 🏗️🌳 https://lnkd.in/gYCyjUgu

Revolutionizing Wooden Frame Houses with Partel Innovations 🏠 A new article by Passive House Accelerator has been published, diving into how wooden frame houses are being transformed by innovative practices and technologies. Here are some key highlights from the article: 🌲 Sustainable Materials: Explore why timber is a popular building material for sustainable construction. 🏡 High-Performance Compatibility: See how timber construction aligns with advanced building methodologies. 🛠️ Partel's Innovative Products: Learn how Partel’s line of products has been designed to enhance timber frame construction. 🌟 Real-World Success: Gain insights from successful field applications of Partel products in wooden frame homes. For a detailed look at the future of energy-efficient construction with timber, read the full article: https://hubs.ly/Q02vjg-m0 #SustainableConstruction #TimberFrame #Partel #PassiveHouse #EnergyEfficiency

🌿🏗️ Engineered Wood: The Sustainable Building Material Transforming Construction 🌳🏰 The construction industry is on the brink of a green revolution, and engineered wood is leading the charge! 💚🪵 As the demand for sustainable building practices grows, architects, developers, and builders are turning to innovative materials like cross-laminated timber (CLT) and glue-laminated timber (glulam) to reduce their carbon footprint and create eco-friendly structures. 🌍🏗️ What makes engineered wood so remarkable? 🤔 🌲 It's a renewable resource that sequesters carbon, contributing to a net reduction in greenhouse gases. 💪 It offers exceptional strength and stability, making it suitable for larger and taller buildings. ⏰ It can be prefabricated off-site, reducing construction time and waste. The rise of mass timber construction is a testament to the power of engineered wood. Projects like the Brock Commons Tallwood House in Vancouver and Mjøstårnet in Norway showcase the potential of this material, proving that it can compete with steel and concrete in terms of performance and sustainability. 🏢🌿 But the benefits don't stop there! 🌟 🌱 Engineered wood consistently outperforms traditional materials in life-cycle assessments, thanks to its renewable nature and energy-efficient production process. 🏅 Mass timber buildings often meet or exceed the requirements for green building certifications like LEED. 🏙️ Engineered wood is proving its commercial viability in urban environments, as demonstrated by projects like the T3 Building in Minneapolis. Of course, there are challenges to overcome, such as outdated building codes and supply chain issues. 🚧 But these challenges present opportunities for innovation and growth within the industry. 💡🚀 As demand for sustainable building materials grows, investment in mass timber research and development is set to increase, paving the way for new products and construction techniques. 📈🔬 The future of construction is sustainable, and engineered wood is at the forefront of this transformative shift. By embracing this remarkable material, we can create buildings that are not only strong and beautiful but also environmentally responsible. 💪🌿 #EngineeredWood #SustainableConstruction #MassTimber #GreenBuilding #FutureOfConstruction

In Atelier Ten's latest thought piece, "To Build, or Not to Build with Wood, that is the Question," Amy Leedham, Maggie Smith and Isabelle Hens explore potential challenges with #masstimber and offer key opportunities for project teams to consider when determining if and how to use wood in their projects. As mainstream media has caught onto benefit of building with wood, a renewable resource that is also beautiful, a sea of conflicting information about whether using mass timber is ‘good’ or ‘bad’ has resulted, leaving many asking whether they should build with wood or not. The decision to build with wood is incredibly nuanced and we look forward to continuing the conversation around making this material as sustainable as possible. Read the full paper below. #masstimber #sustainablearchitecture #design #clt #netzero #greenbuilding https://lnkd.in/g8GSacaZ

This article is a good starting point understand the risks and benefits of engineered timber construction, the fastest growing biogenic building technology that promises to help the building sector decarbonize while allowing thrilling new design possibilities.

Some terrific coverage for Built by Nature in this article from Reuters, echoing our key narrative points, and nicely summarised: 👉 Replacing products like concrete and steel with mass timber could reduce global CO2 emissions by 14-31% 👉 Ability to construct off site, strength and flexibility among benefits of using mass timber 👉 Barriers to adoption include concerns about fire safety, sustainability of wood, availability and cost... 👉 But proponents say mass timber behaves predictably in fires, and certifications ensure sustainability 👉 Countries are implementing policies to incentivise timber use, such as mandatory targets and subsidies Great to see sustainability and wellbeing commentary provided by Finbar Charleson, research lead at architectural firm dRMM, and insights from other Built by Nature Fund grantee organisations Danish Technological Institute, Arup and Edinburgh Napier University. Very encouraging to see the story of awareness and increasing adoption of mass timber and biobased materials hitting the mainstream -- help us amplify by sharing! #masstimberconstruction #builtenvironment #decarbonisation #occupantwellbeing

Typical construction practices are convenient and time-saving but usually at the cost of sustainability. Over-reliance on energy-intensive materials like concrete and steel are part of this issue, and that’s why we at GoodEarth choose to use these often-necessary materials in our building practices carefully and creatively. By creating time-tested elements such as load-bearing structures with modern materials like Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC), we build spaces that are strengthened by the best of both worlds while reducing their carbon footprint. #GoodEarth #GoodEarthMalhar #Sustainability #Architecture #Sustainableconstruction #GoodEarthConstruction #Ecofriendly #RCC #Lowcarbonconstruction #Sustainablematerials #Durableconstruction 

♻️ In a time when we're seeking more sustainable solutions for our environment, timber construction emerges as a key player in the future of building. 🪵 But why timber? This natural material not only offers exceptional strength and durability but also reduces carbon footprint and promotes the use of renewable resources. Timber construction is revolutionizing the way we think about building projects. With innovative techniques that allow for faster and more efficient construction, timber construction not only promises but also delivers sustainable solutions to modern construction challenges. 📖 So, why is timber construction more than just a trend, but a real path forward? We explore the technologies, benefits, and future that timber construction brings in the article Timber Construction: Pioneering a Sustainable Future on our website. You can access the article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dkjqAFkk Do you believe it is feasible for timber housing to become the standard in modern-day construction? 💡 Don't miss the chance to learn more about sustainable future on our website! #LynxCraft #TimberConstruction #Timber #SustainableFuture #InnovationInBuilding #Innovation #Sustainability

Recycling concrete for construction can reduce building carbon emissions by up to 40% depending on the method. This is a strong start toward sustainable building, but the amount of recycled content that can be used is currently limited by strict building codes, so I hope to see new regulations and technologies that will allow a higher percentage of recycled material.