The FSC manage forests in a way that does not cause irreparable damage to the environment or communities within its locality. However, you might be wondering what the FSC is doing to tackle climate change and the effects of global warming, and we’ve put this piece together to enlighten you.
You may have noticed in news reports on global warming that if the earth warms by over 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, we will step onto dangerous ground. Of course, many people may look at this and ask what is the big deal? But, why is such a small number so significant in our fight against global warming?
The global production and trade of wood products, such as sawn wood, round wood and others have reached record highs since the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) began recording forest statistics in 1947.
Endangered trees do not get the same exposure as endangered animals in the media. However, it is still a very real problem that needs to be addressed.
Amidst the latest heatwave, we have been discussing just how great trees are at tackling climate change whilst keeping us cool when temperatures go up.
The Avonmouth Severnside Enterprise Area (ASEA) Ecology Mitigation and Flood Defence construction project aims to reduce the flood risk and protect vast communities along the 17 kilometres stretch of coastline near Bristol.
Interested in trees which are extinct? Let’s take a look at some eye-opening facts about species that are now extinct and remember how unique they were:
Over the years, EcoChoice has supplied decking and timber for renovation, rebuilding, and repairing some of the UK’s most iconic piers.
Here we will look at some different types of wood and how to choose the right stain colour to compliment them.
There is nothing quite like taking a stroll out towards the sea on a pier’s timber decking (especially if it’s supplied by Ecochoice) with the waves crashing and splashing below. Here are our top picks of the UK’s best piers to visit this summer:
Whatever type of timber your exterior woodwork comprises, whether it's cedar, redwood or exotic hardwood, proper care and regular maintenance is the only way to keep it looking immaculate in the long term.
We look at some of the most common causes of wood deterioration and how to keep it preserved.
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