CLT reduces carbon emissions by up to 80 percent
Cross-laminated timber (CLT) from Södra has one of the lowest carbon footprints in the market.A CLT frame can reduce carbon emissions by up to 80 percent compared with a similar concrete frame, according to a new and third-party reviewed Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) from Södra.The Act on Climate Declarations for Buildings will come into force in January 2022. This is a new declaration that aims to drive developments towards more sustainable construction. The frame is normally the part of a building with the greatest climate impact. On average, it accounts for 45 percent of the