The Timber in Construction Summit in London unveiled a roadmap aimed at making timber the primary material in UK construction. Environment Minister Mary Creagh stated that this initiative intends to reduce carbon emissions and address the housing shortage by promoting locally sourced timber and sustainable building practices. The strategy is expected to enhance domestic production, decrease import dependency, and provide significant economic benefits while also contributing to biodiversity and green space expansion. Industry leaders agree that the initiative could spur growth in the low-carbon construction sector and meet national environmental targets.
Environment Minister Mary Creagh emphasized the government's ambition to shift towards timber as a main construction material, highlighting its potential for reducing carbon emissions.
Forestry Commission Chief Executive Richard Stanford advocates for increased local timber production, which he believes will help achieve timber security and lower reliance on imports.
David Hopkins, CEO of Timber Development UK, stated that the plans will significantly enhance the low-carbon construction sector, driving growth in timber as a sustainable resource.
Stuart Goodall from Confor applauded the focus on productive forestry, stressing its importance for homegrown wood-based products in addressing carbon emissions.
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