White Paper Listed timber equity investments are leaving their niche status and require further attention with regards to their technological, economic, financial and sustainability characteristics. The White Paper resulted from a collaboration between the Zurich University of Applied Sciences and Timber Finance. The study was co-funded by Built by Nature and the Migros Pioneers Fund and supported by the Liechtenstein Bankers Association. It reviews and builds on the academic literature and addresses the climate benefits of timber with regards to, carbo ..read more

We are delighted to announce the membership of Graubünden Holz in the Timber Finance Initiative. Graubünden Holz is the parent organization of the Graubünden forestry and timber industry. It consists of representatives from research, education, business and politics. The goal is to increase Graubünden’s timber utilization as well as the added value in the Graubünden timber chain, and to establish an internationally competitive forest and timber industry structure. We are very pleased to join forces with Graubünden Holz to make a strong contribution to domestic construction and wood as a raw ma ..read more

We are pleased to announce the membership of OPEN bionic building system (www.open.immo) in the Timber Finance Initiative. Open.Immo designs plus-energy buildings that achieve the Paris 2050 climate targets today and save about 10’0000 t CO2 in 50 years. CO2 neutral and CO2 negative building materials neutralize emissions from CO2 positive building materials (for example glass) and works (excavation). Open.Immo is an open platform for planners, architects and developers who want to develop their own OPEN. OPEN provides parts of the technical planning, building materials, building automation, a ..read more

CREE Buildings joins the Timber Finance Initiative as a Member to Drive Sustainable Construction We are excited to announce the membership of CREE Buildings, an international construction collective specializing in sustainable building solutions, in the Timber Finance Initiative, marking a significant step toward advancing sustainable building practices worldwide. Building a Sustainable Future with CREE Buildings CREE Buildings envisions a future characterized by knowledge sharing, collaboration, and a profound respect for nature and its resources. They are dedicated to making their extensive ..read more

We are very pleased to be featured in this year’s International Mass Timber Report with the Timber Finance Initiative Case Study on “Carbon Markets as Financial Incentive”. We hope you enjoy the read (page 222) More information on the Mass Timber Report is available here. The post 2022 International Mass Timber Report – featuring Timber Finance with Case Study on “Carbon Markets as financial incentive” first appeared on Timber Finance Initiative ..read more

With the Tracker Certificate on the “Timber Finance Forest-based Construction Basket”, the first structured product is being launched which focuses on the carbon benefits of the forest and mass timber industry. Zurich, 24th April 2023 – Mass timber is changing the world and creating new opportunities for investors: from energy to the Built Environment climate change is forcing many industries to rethink established business practices. Mass timber construction has been one market with solid growth; since the “Timber Turnaround” in 2020, the global forest and timber industry has entered a new gr ..read more

The ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences) and the Timber Finance Initiative are jointly developing their scientific work into a first “Whitepaper on Timber Investments”. Why is a “Whitepaper on Timber Investments” needed? The forest and timber industry is one of the oldest, climate-relevant industries. Since the “Timber Turnaround 2020”, the industry has entered a new growth cycle, driven by the CO2 debate, the circular economy, and new technological opportunities in timber construction. The whitepaper will increase the financial community’s knowledge of the forest and timber industry a ..read more

Author: Stefano Charrey, Investment Analyst, Timber Finance Initiative The year 2022 was characterized by the tragic events and developments in connection with the conflict in Ukraine, which led not only to social and political but also economic and financial consequences spreading into 2023. The aggressive tightening by Western Central Banks to fight off inflation took monetary support away from the US and European economies. Its effects are likely to continue in 2023 until we start to see a normalization of monetary policy. A volatile 2022 Let’s start with one of the key underlying commoditi ..read more

Touch Wood was an exhibition and side event at the Zentrum Architektur Zürich, from June 9, 22 to December 18, 22 around the contexts of modern timber construction. Wood has become associated with a spirit of new beginnings. Some of the most interesting debates about the future are being conducted around the material in architecture and urban planning. Whether it is CO2 emissions, the development of technology, changes in urban landscapes or our relationship with nature, wood is always at the center of the discussion. The presentation below features the Timber Finance Initiative credo in text ..read more

We are pleased to announce the membership of Forêt Valais in the Timber Finance Initiative. Forêt Valais is the umbrella organization of the Valais forest owners.   Foret Valais The Valais Forestry Association Its members are the three regional forestry associations and the association of the Burgergemeinden. The main concerns of the association are to represent the interests of the forest owners of the Valais, the professional training of the foresters, the further training of the forestry personnel, the advice and support of the forest owners concerning the administration and the timb ..read more