American Wood Council

Among our many activities and achievements from 2024, AWC: * Got a favorable court decision on Boiler MACT * Reviewed?1,400 code change proposals for the 2027 I-Codes * Released the industry's first regional EPDs * Secured almost $7 million in grants * Released new design standards and commentaries, as well as the 2021 CCWD * Launched the new Construction Fire Safety Coalition?app * and many more! Check out the full annual report!

“AWC congratulates Chief Schultz on his appointment to the USDA Forest Service and looks forward to working with him to support the USFS’s commitment to healthy forests, wildfire mitigation and the use of U.S. grown and produced wood products.” https://lnkd.in/dWHjMyuN

Google unveils a sustainable and durable #MassTimber office. The space is stunning and we're honored to be referenced.

Working forests across America are sustainable by design. Foresters like Chad help ensure more trees are planted than harvested in working forests, keeping them healthy for generations.

The wood products industry is committed to protecting tomorrow’s forests. Across the U.S., 1 billion seedlings are planted in working forests every year. By planting more than we harvest, we ensure that today’s forests will thrive for generations.

We are excited to share that our VP of Sustainability Rachael Jamison has been appointed to the Greenhouse Gas Technical Assistance Provider and Third-Party Verifier Program Advisory Council. We look forward to working with the USDA and other members of the Council on emerging climate issues. https://lnkd.in/e69DAHYA

Together with over 100 manufacturing associations, we sent a letter to President Trump, outlining a plan for regulatory reforms across various agencies to strengthen the manufacturing economy and halt the $350 billion annual regulatory burden on manufacturers. https://lnkd.in/gVVXjZ_f

"That’s a significant savings of time, especially given the high demand for rebuilt homes from wildfire survivors," says Ha?ikū architect David Sellers. He is referring to mass timber, a pre-fabricated and fire-resistant building material. Following the wildfires in Maui, this material can be shipped directly to the island, allowing for homes to be rebuilt quickly for those affected. Read more about how this Maui architect is overcoming obstacles before home insurance coverage runs out. @WoodWorksUS

"I see any increase in the use of wood in buildings as positive for reducing the substantial carbon footprint of buildings. But it is critical to consider where wood is sourced and whether forests are managed sustainably." https://lnkd.in/gzu6Csb3

Sustainability in construction isn’t just a trend – it’s essential. AWC offers insights on how wood products can contribute to carbon reduction and sustainable building practices. Learn about Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and their role in the built environment.