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Natural Resources Canada - White Spruce Innovation, partnership and strong forest science are the hallmarks of Natural Resource Canada’s Canadian Forest Service. World leaders in the development of advanced tree breeding and seedling production techniques for 30 years, the Canadian Forest Service has paved the way for the commercialization of this cutting edge technology with J.D. Irving Limited in Atlantic Canada.
Advanced framing with 2x6 wood studs spaced 24 inches on center—combined with wood structural panel sheathing—is one of the most cost-effective solutions for builders trying to balance increasingly stringent energy codes with structural building code requirements. Advanced framing delivers several significant builder benefits
Innovative new technologies and building systems have enabled longer wood spans, taller walls and higher buildings, contributing to a wider range of wood construction system solutions and building opportunities. Research shows that a client stays longer in a retail store that is made from timber versus a retail store that is made from steel or concrete. Johannes Lederbauer discusses how Interspar, a supermarket chain located in Austria, started developing their buildings with wood construction.
When it comes to sustainable building materials, there’s a lot of misinformation out there. Watch this video and get the Real Green facts on natural wood versus man-made products. About WRCLA The Western Red Cedar Lumber Association is a non-profit association representing 27 producers of the finest Western Red Cedar lumber throughout the US and Canada. Ask for our quality products by name: “Real Cedar”! Why Real Cedar? For starters, this highly revered, durable wood is naturally resistant to rot, decay and insect attacks, which means any project you build with Real Cedar will last longer and require less maintenance. But wait! There’s more: BEAUTY – Aesthetically, there really is no substitute for the natural beauty of Real Cedar. Imbued with decidedly crisp, yet superbly rich, tonal properties, Real Cedar can create dynamic outdoor sanctuaries, embolden traditional home décor and inspire cutting-edge architecture. VERSATILITY – Western Red Cedar is pitch and resin-free. Which means it’s ideal for accepting and holding a wide range of beautiful finishes. Real Cedar also offers a wide range of lumber dimensions, surface textures and grades. Ergo, whatever your desired effect is, Real Cedar’s got the wood for you. SUSTAINABILITY – Independent studies prove that when it comes to environmental performance, natural wood is superior to synthetics products in every way. While other building materials generate greenhouse gasses, Western Red Cedar actually removes greenhouse gasses from the atmosphere. And unlike brick, cement and composites, Real Cedar is renewable and biodegradable. Plus, Real Cedar is sourced from the most sustainably managed forests in the world.
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Energy Visionaries - Jigar Shaw Jigar Shaw, president and co-founder of Generate Capital, discusses the new technologies, trends, and ideas that are shaping the future of energy. To learn about projects and companies that are leading the way to Canada’s low carbon future, visit: https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/cleangrowth/home
Introduction to Brock Commons - UBC Tall Wood Building Brock Commons Phase 1 is an 18-storey mass timber hybrid residence under construction at the University of British Columbia (UBC). The building will be comprised of 17 storeys of mass timber construction above a concrete podium and two concrete stair cores. The floor structure will consist of 5-ply cross laminated timber (CLT) panels supported on glue laminated timber (glulam) columns. The roof will be made of prefabricated sections of steel beams and metal decking. Brock Commons will have capacity for just over 400 students with floorplans ranging from single bed studios to 4-bed accommodations. Study and social spaces will be located on the ground floor with a student lounge on the 18th floor, where the wood structure will be left exposed for demonstration and educational purposes. Wood, a renewable material, was chosen in part to reflect the university’s commitment to sustainability. The building was also designed to meet LEED Gold certification. The estimated avoided and sequestered greenhouse gases from the wood used in the building is equivalent to removing 511 cars off the road for a year. The total carbon dioxide equivalent avoided by using wood products over other materials in the building is more than 2,432 metric tonnes. Learn more about tall wood buildings at http://www.naturallywood.com/emerging.... ***Estimated by the Wood Carbon Calculator for Buildings, based on research by Sathre, R. and J. O’Connor, 2010, A Synthesis of Research on Wood Products and Greenhouse Gas Impacts, FPInnovations (this relates to carbon stored and avoided GHG). ***CO2 refers to CO2 equivalent.
Brock Commons Time Lapse - UBC Tall Wood Building Brock Commons Phase 1 is an 18-storey hybrid mass timber residence under construction at the University of British Columbia (UBC). With the wood structure complete, the building is comprised of 17 storeys of mass timber construction above a concrete podium and two concrete stair cores. The floor structure consists of 5-ply cross laminated timber (CLT) panels supported on glue laminated timber (glulam) columns. The roof is made of prefabricated sections of steel beams and metal decking. Brock Commons will have capacity for just over 400 students with floorplans ranging from single bed studios to 4-bed accommodations. Study and social spaces will be located on the ground floor with a student lounge on the 18th floor, where the wood structure will be left exposed for demonstration and educational purposes. Wood, a renewable material, was chosen in part to reflect the university’s commitment to sustainability. The building was also designed to meet LEED Gold certification. The estimated avoided and sequestered greenhouse gases from the wood used in the building is equivalent to removing 511 cars off the road for a year. The total carbon dioxide equivalent avoided by using wood products over other materials in the building is more than 2,432 metric tonnes. Learn more about tall wood buildings at http://www.naturallywood.com/emerging.... **Estimated by the Wood Carbon Calculator for Buildings, based on research by Sathre, R. and J. O’Connor, 2010, A Synthesis of Research on Wood Products and Greenhouse Gas Impacts, FPInnovations (this relates to carbon stored and avoided GHG). **CO2 refers to CO2 equivalent. Footage in this video is based on the documentation of the UBC CIRS research team: Erik A Poirer, PhD Thomas Tannert, PhD Azadeh Fallahi, BSc Manu Moudgil, BSc Shery Staub-French, PhD Thomas Froese, PhD
Channel Trailer - RealCedar.com About WRCLA The Western Red Cedar Lumber Association is a non-profit association representing 27 producers of the finest Western Red Cedar lumber throughout the US and Canada. Ask for our quality products by name: “Real Cedar”! Why Real Cedar? For starters, this highly revered, durable wood is naturally resistant to rot, decay and insect attacks, which means any project you build with Real Cedar will last longer and require less maintenance.
Sustainable Forest Management in B.C. B.C. is recognized as a global leader in sustainable forest management, meeting the environmental, social and economic needs of current and future generations. Stringent forest laws, skilled forestry professionals, comprehensive monitoring and enforcement support our renewable resource. This is further reinforced by Canada being the international leader in forest certification, with B.C. contributing more than any other province. The forest sector plays an important role in the B.C. economy providing jobs for people and revenue for hospitals, schools and other public institutions. In B.C. there are over 5,300 skilled forest professions ensuring B.C. forests are here for generations to come.
Tackle Climate Change, Use Wood Today, more than ever before, we must find ways to reduce the pressure on our planet’s environment and finite resources. By choosing products with a light carbon footprint and by reducing waste by recycling or reusing, we can have a real impact on climate change now and into the future. We need urgent action on climate change, and using forest products is part of the answer. Together, we can make a difference when it comes to climate change by choosing wood. Produced in partnership with the Forest Products Association of Canada.
The State of Canada’s Forests Annual Report 2017 Want to know more about Canada’s forests? Read the State of Canada’s Forests Annual Report 2017.
