Concrete construction generates over 20% of UK CO2 emissions. Wood is lighter, easier, cleaner, quicker, and just as fire retardant. Wood regulates indoor humidity, reduces stress - and locks up carbon for generations. Why doesn’t the UK govt promote it? https://t.co/w5a4ywPayI
— Just Space (@justspace7) April 25, 2025
... one study found that building with wood instead of concrete and steel in 80% of new buildings would help offset half of Europe’s construction industry emissions.
