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Understanding Real CO2e Emissions in Mass Timber Production
Approximately 20% of a building’s total energy use over its lifetime is determined before it is even built and occupied1. Recently, mass timber (MT) projects have gained attention due to their perceived “carbon-neutrality” and sustainability characteristics compared to conventional construction materials such as concrete and steel – particularly for low to mid-rise projects. As a result, the global demand for wood products is expected to quadruple by 2050. However, as the 2023 WRI report states2, there are hidden sources of CO2e emissions, especially as it relates to timber harvesting practices, that are often overlooked.
