Wood Trivia: Test Your Knowledge

What European country has the least amount of forest?

 

Answer: Ireland

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Irish Examiner: Ireland has great woodland but has the lowest forest cover of all European countries

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Congress Acts To Help Regenerate White Oak Forests

U.S. lawmakers have introduced the bipartisan White Oak Resilience Act to help regenerate and sustain the country's rapidly aging white oak forests by improving land management practices. More white oak trees mean more jobs for those who manufacture hardwood plywood, veneer, flooring, and other wood products.

 

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EPA Invests $100M To Support Manufacturers Of Building Materials

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will provide $100 million in grants to support the development of environmental product declarations for building materials. Grants are available to manufacturers of building products—including DHA members—and nonprofits. EPA requests that those interested submit their intention to apply by October 27.

 

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DHA Partners On New Material Guide For Hardwood Plywood

DHA partnered with Material Intelligence to publish a new Material Guide to Decorative Hardwood Plywood for design professionals. The guide highlights the natural beauty of hardwood plywood as well as its strength, stability, and climate benefits.

 

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Material Guide

 

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DHA eNews - EU Restricts Imports Of Maple Logs & Veneer

Decorative Hardwoods Association (formerly HPVA) eNews Volume XVI, Issue XVIII: EU Restricts Imports Of Maple Logs & Veneer | Real American Hardwood Coalition Launches More Ads | DHA Advocates For The Jobs In The Woods Act | DHA, HF Oppose New Particle Restrictions | What Happened To The Quality Of Our Furniture?

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