Project Summary
The Decarbonising Building Industry (DBI) Initiative is advancing sustainability by tackling the challenges of reusing treated wood waste and end-of-life engineered wood products (EWPs). This project is a collaborative effort to identify practical, Australia-specific solutions for the circular reuse of these materials, reducing landfill waste, and supporting the construction industry’s carbon reduction goals.
DBI Partner
Key Objectives:
- Low-Carbon Technology Integration: Evaluate existing low-carbon technologies for managing treated wood and EWP waste, ensuring their adaptability for Australian conditions.
- Operational Insights: Identify gaps, challenges, and opportunities to inform future demonstration projects.
- Scaling Demonstrations: Synthesise global best practices and adapt them to scale solutions in real-world Australian settings.
Project Focus Areas
- Technical and regulatory barriers to reuse.
- Economic viability and market perceptions.
- Environmental impact and lifecycle benefits.
Expected Outcomes:
This project aims to:
- Advance decarbonisation through circular economy practices.
- Promote the development of reconstituted wood products with reduced embodied carbon.
- Foster industry adoption of sustainable innovations.
Timeline and Budget:
The project will run over six months in 2025, with a total budget of $50,000. Key activities include literature reviews, industry consultations, and extension material development.
Project updates
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For inquiries, please contact:
- Rhianna Robinson (Research Scientist) – rhianna.robinson _at_ daf.qld.gov.au
- William Leggate (Team Leader) – william.leggate _at_ daf.qld.gov.au