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A new study suggests that anthropogenic changes in climate and landscapes can upset the balance between tree species. According to the researchers, this could have an impact on both biodiversity, the robustness of forests and their ability to store carbon over time.

After three years of rising chop numbers, the curve has cracked. Statistics Denmark's latest logging figures for 2024 show that some 4.6 million m³ of wood were felled in Danish forests and plantations, representing a decline of approximately 10 percent compared to the previous year.

The Department of Geoscience and Nature Management (IGN) at the University of Copenhagen, with the support of Life Forest Fit for Future, has developed a series of so-called forest resource maps, which make it easy to obtain information about Danish forests. The maps can be used both in local forest management and for larger analyses and overviews, writes IGN.

The new centre will be called WIFORCE Arena and will be launched under the auspices of Wallenberg Initiatives in Forest Research (WIFORCE) at the Swedish University of Agriculture (SLU) and Umeå University. Here, advanced data analysis must combine the leaflets with field research to jointly support sustainable forest management.

The large Biofacades:UpHigh project, which has been running since 2022, has reached its end. And the conclusion is clear: it is possible to build multi-storey buildings with untreated, bio-based facades, which are as fire-resistant as traditional, impregnated wood solutions.

A new study from the University of Copenhagen focuses on how often Danes visit forests, how they use them and how they have developed over the past 50 years.

What if we plant the wrong trees? Or climatic extremes destroy decades of progress? Finding the answer to these questions is the basis for a new research project at Aarhus University, supported by the Danish Free Research Fund.

The 37-year-old woodworker is currently pursuing a PhD in business where, in collaboration with the forestry company Dalgas, he will investigate whether a larger part of the Danish hardwood can be used in construction such as columns, decks and surfaces instead of immediately ending up as energy or in the paper industry.

The world's forests cover more than four billion hectares of the globe's land area -- roughly a third of all land on the planet. Forests influence the climate, house exceptional plant and animal life, and provide the basis for the livelihoods of hundreds of millions of people.

Holland is more than clogs and tulips. It is also solid wood and straw. And logistics. The last three are in a beautiful association in the city of Lelystad, where the construction of a new logistics center has begun. With a building area of 155,000 m² and a façade of 1.5 kilometers, the building — Logistics Center West — will be Europe's largest wooden logistics building.

Long-term lack of water is a real killer, even in the forest. Now Swedish scientists have managed to record the sound a tree makes when the water column in the wood tissue of the tree bursts as a result of drought and the tree loses its ability to transport water. The discovery can be used to monitor the state of forests and lays the foundation for an understanding of when and why the phenomenon occurs.

Biochemists are working to pull important substances out of surplus bark from New Zealand pine trees -- substances that could potentially be used in everything from anti-inflammatories to cancer-fighting medications.

A new type of laser, the materials of which originate directly from nature, has taken shape in Sweden.

The death of one, the bread of the other. This is an old saying that can be used, with a little goodwill, about the situation in Yellowstone National Park, where American Aspen (Populus tremuloides) has for years lived a miserable existence because of the area's many wapiti deer.

The word “mink farm” probably creates many associations, in several different directions. With Realdania's new effort “Our Place”, a new one is added to the lineup — though without politics, controversy or mink, but with human communities in focus.

Most tree species rot quickly when they die. But under specific conditions -- oxygen-poor bogs, volcanic ash or wetlands -- tree trunks can be preserved for millennia.

Five exciting buildings — from a mini-church to a mega office — were back in the competition when the prize committee behind the Danish Wood Award had to choose the final winner of the award.

From now until January 31, 2026, options for the award as Low-Emission Timber Construction of the Year 2025 have been opened.

If you think of “Sweden” and you think of “red”, then there is a good probability that you can evoke for your inner gaze exactly the color that many associate with typical Swedish wooden houses.

Finnish scientists have found tiny traces of gold in conifers. Aspiring gold diggers might have to wait a bit anyway to switch out pickaxes and shovels with new instruments, for the gold particles are so small that they can neither be seen with the naked eye nor mined commercially.

Planting a tree is a small act of great importance. The forest is capable of delivering clean drinking water, biodiversity, recreational opportunities, carbon sequestration, wood products for the green transition and much, much more.

It is not just Europe's foremost politicians who are taking the stage during these months when Denmark holds the EU presidency.

Small, thin trunks, scraps and pieces of wood in crooked dimensions.

The first 250 pine logs have now been cut, dried and ready for the reconstruction of the Copenhagen Børsen building.

The fact that a brisk walk in the woods is good for the mood, I think most of us can say.

Soon, the Snedkernes Autumn Exhibition will again invite you inside for experimental and challenging experiences with furniture and design — this year under the theme Transformation.

Tropical forests may be more resilient to drought than previously thought, a new study in the journal Science shows. But there are also limits, and the study points out that repeated and intense periods of drought can break even the coolest trees in the long run.

In an area where the wind can reach almost 200 kilometers per hour, yes, then it is a good idea to think really, really well and rain thoroughly before starting a new construction.

The Wood and Furniture Industry, TMI, is behind the publication of six new industry EPDs for wood products.

New analyses from the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) show that increased use of wood instead of concrete and steel can reduce CO₂ emissions from construction by up to 50 percent. According to the FAO, however, this requires targeted political initiatives.

The European Commission has just approved a Danish support scheme worth DKK 4.7 billion for the conversion of agricultural land and the establishment of new forests.

The Minister for Social Affairs and Housing was on site with both a speech and a pair of scissors when the Danish Technological Institute recently inaugurated the new test and demonstration building, the Build-in-Wood Demonstrator.

Træetshus invites everyone to an open and inspiring day, where Træetshus will showcase what wood can do.

In 75 years, the classic beech forests could be a thing of the past in Denmark. New research shows that several of our most well-known tree species will struggle to cope with the climate of the future.

Australian company Bankston Architectural and design studio YSG have jointly launched a series of door handles and accessories that stand out distinctly from most other products in the category thanks to their bold colours and stripes.

A new study from Oregon State University shows that wood may be the most hygienic choice for hospitals and clinics. The findings challenge long-held beliefs about which materials are best suited for healthcare construction.

Denmark’s longest viewing and bathing pier was inaugurated this summer at the newly opened holiday center, Nordborg Resort on the island of Als. The pier is over 300 meters long and all vertical surfaces and seating areas are clad in thermally treated New Zealand pine.

Architect Jens Martin Suzuki-Højrup from the design studio Det Levende Hus. Jens Martin worked for over four years as an architect in Japan, where he became acquainted with traditional bio-based construction methods.

Six sharp questions about wood for Jeppe Garly, who is a craft teacher, hobby blacksmith, and instructor at Seljord Folk High School in Norway. With more than 20 years of experience, he has worked purposefully with wood, craftsmanship, and communication – both in and outside of teaching

The use of wood in Danish construction continues to rise, especially within residential building. According to new figures from the association Træ i Byggeriet, wood now accounts for 13 percent of residential construction – an increase from 8 percent in 2019. This development is happening despite a general decline in construction activity.

Sun, showers, or something in between? No matter the weather, summer is a great time to explore some of the many exciting wood-related activities waiting to be discovered.

Back in May, the team behind LignoSolve won the prestigious Evergreen Prize for their groundbreaking technology for non-toxic wood protection. But what does this recognition mean for the future of the project?

Luján in Argentina, Liège in Belgium, Auckland in New Zealand, Kampala in Uganda, Mumbai in India… And 205 more cities around the world.

For the first time in Sweden’s history, a hospital ward is being built using wood – 14,000 square meters spread across eight floors.

The Danish Technological Institute’s new wood encyclopedia has just gone live. Woodlex.dk brings together decades of knowledge about wood and helps architects, craftsmen, designers, and manufacturers choose the right type of wood – and use it in the right way.

For generations, meticulously hand-carved shingles—small pieces of wood made from carefully selected high-quality softwood—have adorned the roofs and facades of alpine cabins.

Træernes biologiske ur styrer, hvornår de vokser og får blade. Nu viser en undersøgelse fra Umeå Universitet, at justering af det indre ur kan hjælpe træer med at tilpasse sig et skiftende klima. Det kan få betydning for fremtidens skovbrug.

25 exciting artists have won Sweden’s largest design competition, Ung Svensk Form. In addition to a nationwide tour with exhibitions in cultural centers and museums, eight of them have been offered the chance to take part in a so-called “knowledge journey” into the world of wood.

A church doesn’t have to be huge and heavy. It can also be quite light, built from wood, and designed for disassembly. That’s the case with the new Tiny Church in Copenhagen’s Nordhavn.

A Swedish company produces a durable, circular wood material that can replace a range of other materials. Træ.dk spoke with the company behind it.

Once again this year, the award for Low-Emission Timber Building of the Year will be presented at the major Build in Wood conference. Three exciting projects have qualified for the final.

Glulam and local craftsmanship take center stage in what could well be a contender for the world’s most beautiful airport. The Danish-based architecture group BIG is behind Bhutan’s new landmark.

A new research project from Malawi, led by the University of Copenhagen, suggests that trees – in addition to benefiting biodiversity and the climate – can also play an important role in health, food security, and economic growth.