TDUK Trade Note: EUDR in Northern Ireland Update

by Jennie Ward|03 August 2606 August 26|Build, Supply

For timber and timber products placed on the market in Northern Ireland, the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR – Regulation (EU) 2023/1115) applies in Northern Ireland under the Windsor Framework and will replace the previous EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) requirements. This means that certain timber species typically traded by UK merchants...

TDUK Guidance Document on the Construction Products Regulation

by Jennie Ward|05 November 2508 December 25|Supply, Sustainability

This guidance aims to support timber distributors, importers and manufacturers on how to meet the Construction Products Regulation (CPR).

Quick guide: Drawing polygons and converting them to GeoJSON

by TDUK|25 September 2408 May 25|Supply

This guide offers a simple, step-by-step method for drawing polygons of GPS coordinates and converting them into GeoJSON format using Google Maps and other free tools.

BMRC Roadmap

by Guest Author|05 February 2417 April 24|Policy, Supply

The Broader Market Recognition Coalition (BMRC) is formed of government, private sector, and civil society representatives from tropical countries whose mission is to achieve global recognition of national tropical sustainable forestry systems.

Safeguarding our supply chain

by Liam Macandrew|02 February 2409 February 24|Sustainability

We are refreshing our Responsible Purchasing Policy (RPP) Programme to help members better manage supply chain risks. To ensure that all timber placed on the UK market is only coming from reputable suppliers, and performs as expected, we are beginning a programme of work so that our world leading RPP...

Certifications

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2326 September 25|Build, Sustainability

Certifications like the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC), and Grown in Britain prioritise small-scale forests, are verified against international benchmarks, and aim to improve livelihoods and conserve ecosystems while mitigating negative environmental impacts.

Forest Sustainability: Deforestation

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Supply, Sustainability

Deforestation is the intentional removal of forested areas for purposes including agriculture, industrial development, grazing land, fuel production, and construction materials. As a global issue, deforestation can impact the environment and society negatively through its contribution to climate change, biodiversity loss, soil erosion, effects on the water cycle, increasing air...

Sourcing Timber Sustainably

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Supply, Sustainability

Obtaining certification for sustainably sourced timber is vital to reduce the environmental impacts of construction. Certification aids in achieving sustainability certifications for construction projects and requires a robust chain of custody system, which involves proper training and management of procurement, production, and storage of certified materials.

Forest Sustainability

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Supply, Sustainability

Forests are essential to support life on Earth and to provide essential resources to both wildlife and humans. Responsible management - balancing economic, social, and environmental objectives - can achieve forest sustainability.

Riga Wood Presentation

by TDUK|07 July 2317 April 24|Supply, Sustainability

Presentation by Ivonne Allen from Riga Wood Ltd on their due diligence approach to sourcing timber from Latvia and their recent experience with OPSS enforcement visit

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