Build-in-Wood Newsletter 11

Newsletter
Edition #11
May 2024
 
Build-in-Wood Demonstrator
 
We're thrilled to announce the groundbreaking of the "Build-in-Wood Demonstrator" in Taastrup, Denmark, near Copenhagen. This innovative test and demonstration building springs from the collaborative efforts of the EU-supported Build-in-Wood Horizon 2020 project, featuring 21 partners dedicated to revolutionizing wood construction.

Build-in-Wood News

Open Call for Affiliation:
Build-in-Wood Replication Cluster
The Horizon 2020 project "Build-in-Wood" has launched a call for cities, regions, and planners to access expertise and support to achieve Net Zero 2050 goals. The initiative targets European cities, regions, policymakers, and developers to facilitate policy dialogue and reduce embodied carbon in construction.

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The M54 General Assembly Meeting in Bucharest, Romania
March brought a significant step forward for the "Build-in-Wood" project in Bucharest, spotlighting our drive to infuse urban construction with sustainable wood technologies. Hosted by Agenția Metropolitană Brașov and URBASOFIA, the event showcased our latest strides in green building innovations.
 

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A Workshop on Sustainable Building with Wood
The recent workshop hosted by rtd Services at Rothoblaas SRL's headquarters in South Tyrol brought together leading minds in construction to advance wood as a sustainable building solution. This Horizon 2020 project event explored business models and practical applications for wood in medium-rise buildings, emphasizing sustainability and carbon footprint reduction.

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10 things to know or not to believe about building in wood
At European Researchers' Night in Siena, the Build-in-Wood Project debunked myths and revealed the sustainable future of timber construction. From the sustainable management of Europe's forests to wood's crucial role in reducing CO2 emissions, and the efficiency and safety of timber buildings, attendees learned about wood's environmental benefits and its transformative potential in construction. Embrace the insights that are reshaping our approach to building greener, healthier spaces.

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Who is behind Build-in-Wood?

Presenting you one of our Consortium members:

Waugh Thistleton Architects (WTA)
Core Competence: Architectural services
Role in the project: Leader of Work Package 2: Building Systems
Number of Employees: 32
Country: United Kingdom
Statement by Kirsten Haggart (Associate Director): “The Build-in-Wood initiative marks an incredible step in our Green Transition to a net zero construction sector. We’re pleased to be a part of this incredible team of experts from across the timber-value chain helping to make wood the natural choice material for multi-storey buildings”

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Build-in-Wood Community Mobile App!

Take Build-in-Wood Community with you, wherever you go! 📱✨  
 
We're thrilled to unveil that the Community is now also available as an app, making connecting with fellow timber enthusiasts and sharing news and knowledge easier than ever. 🎉 
 
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Timber News 

Exploring the Future of Wood Construction: Insights from IHF 2023 with Build-in-Wood and Partners
The 27th International Wood Construction Conference (IHF 2023) in Innsbruck showcased the latest in sustainable wood construction, featuring insights from Build-in-Wood and partners like Danish Technological Institute and Stora Enso. Emphasizing eco-friendly practices and innovative building techniques, the event highlighted the industry's shift towards greener solutions. 

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WOODCIRCLES
Woodcircles, a Horizon Europe Project, is dedicated to developing circular, sustainable wood-based solutions to help transform the construction industry.

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