Researchers at North Carolina State University used a CRISPR gene-editing system to breed poplar trees with reduced levels of lignin, the major barrier to sustainable production of wood fibers, while improving their wood properties.

A new paper in Nature by World Resources Institute researchers published online on July 5 finds that the world’s yearly wood harvests are likely to emit 3.5 to 4.2 billion tons of carbon dioxide equivalent per year, more than 10% of recent global annual emissions of carbon dioxide.

In May, DHA partnered with GreenCE, an online platform that provides education on sustainable design, to deliver a course that highlights the beauty, sustainability, and climate benefits of decorative hardwoods. By the end of June, more than 500 architects and designers had already completed the course, which qualifies for continuing education credit at the American Institute of Architects, American Institute of Building Design, and Green Building Certification.

Membership includes access to online training videos and instructional guides.

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released its NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the second quarter, posting a reading of 68, edging down two points compared to the previous quarter.

Roseburg has announced that Grady Mulbery will retire from his position as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective Sept. 30, 2023. As part of this planned leadership succession, Roseburg’s board of directors unanimously elected Chief Operating Officer Stuart Gray to succeed Mulbery as president and CEO, effective Oct. 1, 2023. 

These changes come as the company continues to move forward with its recent acquisition of the operating assets of the Omnova Solutions' films and laminates business and its coated fabrics business.

KSM Vision offers an AI-driven optical system for quality control for industries including lumber.

In two separate incidents, a 3-year-old boy and a 1-year-old girl died within weeks of each other after dressers fell on them.