University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension has embarked on a project that could be a boost both to the region’s timber industry and the ongoing efforts to fight climate change. The project ...

Researchers from six universities are studying how a timber building will withstand an earthquake by testing its resiliency on a shake table at the University of California San Diego. Image courtesy ...

A new kind of construction with a not-so-new material is taking off in the U.S. Mass timber can replace steel and concrete in large buildings and proponents say it's greener and faster to build with.

This special series focuses on important community issues, innovative solutions to societal challenges, and people and non-profit groups making an impact through technology. by Kurt Schlosser on May 8 ...

Timber utility poles constitute a vital component of power distribution and telecommunications infrastructure. Their longevity and structural integrity are paramount given the substantial costs ...

Mass timber has gained popularity as a building material praised for its sustainability and aesthetic appeal. It offers significant environmental benefits because of its reduced carbon footprint, and ...

The most comprehensive reference on building with mass timber, extensively covering its sustainability, materials, building conceptualization, structural design and construction processes Mass Timber: ...

According to Interpol, the organization dedicated to facilitating international police co-operation, between 15 per cent and 30 per cent of the world’s traded timber comes from illegal sources. This ...

A new kind of construction with a not-so-new material is taking off in the U.S. Mass timber can replace steel and concrete in large buildings and proponents say it’s greener and faster to build with.