The European Wood Protection Association (EWPA), formerly the European Institute for Wood Preservation (WEI-IEO), represents the wood protection industry across Europe.
Committed to wood durability performance, sustainability, innovation, and best practices, EWPA promotes the use of wood, fostering environmental stewardship and advancing industry standards.
In this section we will preset and share some of the results and conclusions.
Executive Summary of “Treated Wood for Decarbonisation” Now Available
We are pleased to announce the release of the executive summary for our roadmap titled “Treated Wood for Decarbonisation”. This concise document offers a clear and straightforward overview of the full roadmap, providing essential insights into how treated wood can play a…
A Milestone Meeting with DG Clima and Cabinet Hoekstra
Members update on advocacy project and our new EU Wood Optimisation Plan Dear Members, We are thrilled to share with you an update on a significant advancement towards our collective goal of decarbonising the EU through optimised wood usage. Representatives from our…
Groundbreaking Wood Optimisation Plan: Shaping a sustainable future
In an ambitious move to combat climate change and promote sustainable development, the European Institute for Wood Preservation (WEI) has unveiled a comprehensive proposal, the Wood Optimisation Plan, aimed at redefining the use of wood across the European Union. Recognising the vital…
Request for objection to Delegated Regulation on amended fire classification without need for further testing
European timber and wood preservation industries request for objection against the Commission Delegated Regulation amending Commission Decision 2006/213/EC table 2 as regards the necessary conditions for classification without need for further testing for panelling and cladding, and wood ribbon elements as regards…
Summary of the breakfast event ”Durable wood construction in the public realm”
The Breakfast meeting was organised by Miltton Europe on the 1 of march 2023. See invitation and agenda Invitation: Breakfast Discussion Written by Maria Wetterstrand, Miltton Europe. Any misinterpretations of the speakers intentions is the responsibility of the author. Introduction: Fredrik Westin,…
Wood – Building The Bioeconomy
Wood – A vital resource for the planet Throughout human history, wood has provided us with a diverse, versatile, durable and renewable manufacturing and construction material. Today it is potentially more valuable still. Its use in a bioeconomic development strategy can help…