Build in wood
ISO standard demonstrates climate benefits of forest products
April saw the launch of a brand-new ISO standard for calculating climate impact along the entire forest value chain. “The ISO standard will give greater weight to the forest industries climate audits, benefiting wood fibre as a raw material. Both we and our customers can now highlight the climate benefits of the products in an even more specific and credible manner,” says Susanne Rutqvist, Climate Lead at SCA.
"I want to build more in wood!"
The Wingårdhs architectural practice has created many of Scandinavia’s most expressive buildings. Its founder, Gert Wingårdh, is motivated by designing buildings that touch people’s lives, something that he has consistently succeeded in over the past 40 years. The practice is now putting a pioneering foot forward in contributing to sustainable construction without compromising on artistic ambition. “We propose wood as the first choice in all of our projects. This is the very best way for us to actively influence carbon dioxide emissions,” explains Gert Wingårdh.
Heartwood facade lifts Oslo Cancer Cluster
A soft impression and minimum maintenance – these were two key requirements for the facade of the new building at the Oslo Cancer Cluster Innovation Park.“In the end, we chose heartwood pine panels, and the results were outstanding,” says project manager Stein Andre Vestskog of turnkey contractor Strøm Gundersen.
Colorful, cozy, and sustainable
In Utgård, just outside Östersund, stands a magnificent turn-of-the-century house. For decades, the house has stood peacefully in place, surrounded by the Indalsälven River and rolling fields. But inside, as usual, there is full activity.
With quality and durability in mind
At SCA Wood Scandinavia in Tunadal, Daniel Haglund is in charge of the painting department. The production pace is high, but he never compromises on quality. "I want to deliver a great product," says Daniel.
Wood packaging made with 70% recycled plastic
SCA has started using new packaging consisting of 70 per cent recycled material, without compromising on quality.