Towards Circular Timber Buildings: Optimizing Waste for a Greener Future

Climate change presents urgent challenges for ecological sustainability, with the construction sector emerging as a critical arena for environmental mitigation strategies. This study examines the potential of timber as a sustainable building material within the context of comprehensive carbon reduction approaches. Currently, buildings account for ۷۰% of residential energy consumption in Europe, driving a critical shift from operational to embodied carbon considerations. The research synthesizes current understanding of timber's environmental potential, demonstrating that wood-based materials can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by ۳۵-۵۶% compared to traditional mineral construction materials. Despite promising findings, significant research gaps persist in comprehensively evaluating timber buildings' carbon impact, particularly regarding national technological strategies for timber waste management. A comprehensive analysis reveals multiple carbon reduction strategies, including optimized structural designs, sustainable resource management, and circular economy principles. The study highlights the complex challenges in accurately measuring biogenic carbon and managing timber waste treatment. By exploring the intersection of material science, environmental engineering, and sustainable design, this research contributes critical insights into low-carbon building solutions. The findings underscore the necessity of holistic approaches to carbon mitigation in construction, emphasizing timber's potential as a transformative material in addressing climate change. Further research is essential to fully unlock and optimize the environmental benefits of timber in building technologies.

کلیدواژه ها:

Climate change ، timber construction ، embodied carbon ، sustainable building ، greenhouse gas mitigation