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Category " FSC"





Why FSC®?: Illegal Logging Hurts Everyone




02
Jul

Why is sustainable forestry so vital and the crux of our business? Explore why we need to put a stop to the illegal logging industry and promote responsibility through FSC® lumber instead. (more...)


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Why Be FSC Certified? How Forest Certification Helps the Environment




19
Jan

We owe our forests. They are providers which supply us with clean oxygen to breathe and vital raw materials to use for our homes. They are selfless, absorbing carbon dioxide that would otherwise pollute our air; a single tree is capable of sequestering up to 48 pounds of the CO2 each year. They give life, providing ecosystems for an almost innumerable variety of plant and animal species. (more...)


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Three Benefits to Having a Cedar Shingle Roof




30
Oct

Homeowners want the best of both worlds: beauty and functionality. And although these can sometimes feel like two disparate values, Altruwood is proud to offer our customers materials which accomplish both objectives. When you install cedar shingles, you can also count on receiving sustainable benefits that will pay off for decades to come.  (more...)


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How to Build a Sustainable Backyard Deck




21
Oct

Summer and early autumn are a wonderful time of year in the Pacific Northwest. The temperate conditions are enticing and homeowners structure their daily schedule around outdoor time. Meals are enjoyed in the open air, children play all day in the sun, and adults relax after work with the lawn providing a backdrop. (more...)


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FSC Continued Education: Green Construction & FSC Certified Products




16
Oct

Environmental responsibility is more vital than ever before, and AltruWood is proud to support sustainable practices within the forest products industry. Today, FSC certified products make it possible to construct quality, long-lasting buildings without negatively impacting our planet. AltruWood is proud to supply FSC wood, facilitating green construction that is as durable and beautiful as it is environmentally...


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Four Sustainability Trends for the Lumber Industry to Watch in 2014




03
Oct

As environmental and health concerns grow, homeowners are looking to the lumber industry for sustainable solutions. The 2014 trends in the industry highlight a collective movement towards responsible resource management. AltruWood examines the factors driving the lumber industry this year. (more...)


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AltruWood Honors World Environment Day with FSC-Certified Wood Products




05
Jun

On June 5th, the Altruwood community celebrated World Environment Day with people across the globe, making a pledge to take positive actions for the health of our planet. At Altruwood, we believe that the ethos of World Environment Day should be honored all year long.  (more...)


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Celebrate Earth Day with Sustainable and Recycled Lumber Products




21
Apr

As we prepare for Earth Day on April 22nd, the Altruwood community has been reflecting on what we can do to help our customers be as environmentally responsible as possible. Based in the Pacific Northwest, we are constantly surrounded by the natural beauty that our region has to offer, and we want to do our part to conserve our vital natural resources. We’re proud to provide our customers wide...


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Why You Should Recycle Your Wood Products




27
Jan

Sustainability and eco-friendly practices are the buzzwords of the new millennium. At AltruWood, our expertise in recycled wood and FSC-certified wood products places us at the intersection of sustainability and design. Looking for a New Year's Resolution? Why not try to recycle wood better, consider how wood products fit into the country’s recycling practices. In 2009 alone, Americans generated...


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Thanksgiving: Why be Thankful for Trees?




20
Nov

‘Tis the season for trees! From Christmas trees to holiday wreaths, they form the centerpiece of many holiday festivities during this time of year. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, AltruWood would like to express our deepest thanks and respect for these gentlest of giants. Beyond the obvious—trees provide us and other creatures with shelter, as well as the beautiful, quality wood we have come...


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