Superwood: How forestry and timber can drive a low carbon economy

22.11.2018

Event: Superwood: How forestry and timber can drive a low carbon economy (Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK, 14 December 2018)

The event aims to bring together the whole supply chain, from tree nurseries and forest managers to wood processors and architects building with wood - along with academics, environmentalists and politicians - to strengthen existing connections and create new ones and to put forestry and timber at the heart of a low-carbon future.

For further information HERE

Source: Confor – Promoting forestry and wood

Superwood: How forestry and timber can drive a low carbon economy

22.11.2018

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