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What is the impact of Deforestation in climate change and what role does REDD+ play?

Understanding deforestation Deforestation refers to the process of clearing or removing forests or woodlands, typically done for more agricultural land, or urban expansion. It involves the permanent destruction of trees and the conversion of forested areas into non-forested land.  A key distinction to note is that deforestation occurs when a…

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Timber Design Awards 2023 – Showcasing Certified Timber

Bendigo’s new GovHub, Galkangu wins Award for Australian Certified Timber As sponsors of the “Australian Certified Timber” category at the Timber Development Association’s Australian Timber Design Awards (TDA), we at Responsible Wood are delighted to recognise the well-deserved winner in this category – Bendigo’s new GovHub, Galkangu. The Awards, hosted…

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Responsible Wood Field Trip Goes Behind the Scenes

Exploring the Future of Sustainable Native Forestry in NSW In a collaborative effort to showcase the often misunderstood, perhaps overlooked aspects or even at times deliberately mispresented, sustainable forestry practices, Responsible Wood, in partnership with Pentarch Forestry, Forestry Corporation of NSW, the Australian Forest Products Association of NSW, and Timber…

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ANZIF Conference 2023 Recap

Conference Puts Sustainable Forest Management Certification in Spotlight The 2023 ANZIF Conference, a key event for forest scientists, foresters, and forest industry professionals in the Asia-Pacific region, recently concluded, running from October 15 to October 18. Jointly organised by Forestry Australia and The New Zealand Institute of Forestry, this conference…

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Responsible Wood AGM 2023

Reflecting on the importance of science and stakeholder engagement October 20, 2023 – Brisbane, Australia   Responsible Wood, a leading supporter of sustainable forestry and responsible wood sourcing in Australia, recently held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the year 2022-2023. The event showcased the organisation’s commitment to promoting sustainable forest…

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Tasmanian Arboricultural Organisation’s Blue Tree Project

Supporting Regional Communities and Mental Health Advocacy Nestled within the breathtaking landscapes of Tasmania, a remarkable project is raising the profile of mental health, supported by a 2022/23 Responsible Wood Community Grant. Spearheaded by the Tasmanian Arboricultural Organisation (TAO), this initiative painted two trees in prominent Tasmanian locations, contributing to…