Life cycle and cradle-to-grave analysis of timber (discusses recycling, waste minimisation and ecological restoration)

My research objectives are: * To create a consistent study of environmental effects associated with the production, use, maintenance, re-use, and disposal of alternative wood and non-wood materials used in light construction, i.e. from forest resource regeneration or mineral extraction to end use and disposal, thereby covering the product's entire life cycle from "cradle to grave". * To develop an analytical framework for evaluating life cycle environmental and economic impacts for alternative, recycled materials in competing …

…not only the environmental performance of the wood industry, product design and usage of timber products, but also lead to a wiser, more sustainable use of all natural resources, a "greener" business world, less landfill and overall, a better quality of life. People will be confident that they are living in a healthy and risk-free environment that is richer is wildlife and natural biodiversity and can actively care for, enjoy and appreciate the environment better.