Cross Laminated Timber

Planted Promise is dedicated to sequestering carbon, and the end goal of the trees planted is to make cross-laminated timber. So what is it?

The Promise of Cross Laminated Timber

Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) is a wood panel product made from gluing layers of solid-sawn lumber together. Each layer is oriented crosswise to the next, enhancing the strength and stability of the final product. CLT has emerged as an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional building materials like concrete and steel, both of which contribute substantially to greenhouse gas emissions.

Moreover, CLT provides a way to lock away carbon. Every cubic meter of CLT can store over a ton of CO2, thereby helping to mitigate climate change. Furthermore, CLT construction requires less energy and produces less waste compared to traditional methods.

From Seedlings to Sustainable Construction: Planted Promise's Vision

Planted Promise's approach to generating CLT is two-fold. First, they plan to restore large tracts of deforested land by planting a diverse mix of native tree species. These trees will sequester carbon, enhance local biodiversity, and ultimately provide the raw material for CLT.

Once the trees reach maturity, Planted Promise will responsibly harvest them, ensuring the continued health and growth of the forest by implementing sustainable forestry practices. This includes selective harvesting, where only mature trees are removed, and the overall number of trees in the forest continues to increase over time.

The harvested timber will then be processed into CLT, which will be sold to construction companies and builders who are looking to incorporate more sustainable materials into their projects. The funds generated from the sales will be reinvested into further tree planting and forest management efforts, creating a self-sustaining cycle.

Impact and Future Goals

By integrating reforestation efforts with the production of an eco-friendly building material, Planted Promise is paving the way for a truly sustainable construction industry. This innovative model has the potential to significantly reduce the sector's carbon emissions, while also addressing issues of deforestation and biodiversity loss.