Woodworking Industry News

AGC announces new construction stimulus plan

The Associated General Contractors of America has released a new national plan detailing measures to stimulate demand for construction. Officials said the plan was needed to reverse construction employment declines that have taken place in 317 out of 337 metro areas since January 2007.

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Wood pellet export volume doubles

Wood pellet exports from the US and Canada to Europe reached 1.6 million tons in 2010, a doubling of shipments in just two years, says an industry research group. The demand is driven by a European Union initiative to derive more power from renewable resources.