All cross laminated timber articles
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FeaturesTime for timber: exclusive Q&A with Zac Goldsmith
International environment minister Lord Goldsmith answers Building’s questions about his plans to drive up the use of timber in construction
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Features
Explainer: how to increase the use of timber
Wood is an abundant, cost-effective and energy-efficient construction material. The government wants the industry to embrace it more extensively
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Comment
Why don’t we care more about preserving biodiversity?
The devastating impact of climate change is widely known but the degradation of our planet’s biodiversity is just as detrimental to its health
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Comment
The best buildings have the best clients – and the public sector is lagging behind
In 2021 we saw some of the most exciting developments of our decade kick off. This year’s schemes should be even better
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Comment
If this was a year of transition, the next must be one of action
As the climate crisis intensifies, the world needs to change – and our industry has a responsibility to lead the way
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Features
CLT: One minute briefing
What is CLT? Why use it? How is CLT different to standard timber frames?
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News
CLT ruling sends Swan back to drawing board on high-rise
House builder seeks alternatives after government effectively rules out use of material on buildings 18m high or taller
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News
First ever UK-made cross-laminated timber to be used at V&A pavilion
Material being manufactured at site near Glasgow
