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Sustainability of WoodCEE 3100 – Structural Mechanics
What are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Wood?(In terms of sustainability)
Sustainability of WoodCEE 3100 – Structural Mechanics
• Sustainability Advantages of Wood
o Renewable Resource
o Low Embodied Energy
o Carbon Sequestration
• Disadvantages
o Less Durable
o Wood Treatment
o More Variability in Structural Properties
Wood Certification
Forest Management Certification• Social, economic and environmental representation in
decision-making
• Avoidance of illegal timber
• Identification of special biological, cultural, and heritage sites
• Management strategies to protect species at risk
• Management strategies to maintain wildlife habitat
• Sustainable harvest levels
• Prompt regeneration
• Third-party accredited certification audits
• Audit reports available to the public with corrective action clearly highlighted
Wood: Other Sustainability Issues
1. Sawn Lumber vs. Engineered Wood Products
2. Structural Insulated Panels
3. Advanced Framing Techniques
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