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Following a summer marked by fires of unprecedented scale and duration, France Bois Forêt reviews the consequences of this crisis and the measures needed to build a more resilient forest. The fires of summer 2026 represent a significant shift in scale. Their intensity, duration, and g...
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The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) is the government body dedicated to supporting the international development of Italian companies and promoting Italy as a destination for foreign investment. With a network of 91 offices across 80 countries, ITA provides information, consulting, assistance, and promot...
The development of the coating progressed step-by-step toward practical applications. It began with birch bark, from which suberin was extracted in a wet state; this material was then dried and ground into a fine powder for incorporation into a homogeneous coating formulation. An aqueous coating was...
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In Finland, the COCOBIN research project is opening up new possibilities for the valorization of forestry co-products. Coordinated by the University of Oulu, this initiative aims to develop bio-based coatings derived from suberin, a compound naturally found in birch bark. This innovation could offer...
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In early June, the Belgian group Unilin announced an investment plan exceeding €100 million to modernize its particleboard production facility in Oostrozebeke, West Flanders (Belgium). This major undertaking aims to boost the plant's industrial competitiveness while simultaneously reducing its ...
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In France, the building sector accounts for nearly 25% of greenhouse gas emissions. Faced with this major decarbonization challenge, wood naturally stands out as the material of the future for the industry. However, its increasing use requires assurances regarding the sustainability of the resource....
The French Christmas tree industry has reached a significant milestone by securing Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status for the "Sapin de Noël du Morvan" (Morvan Christmas tree). It is the first French Christmas tree to receive this European recognition. This designation rewards years...
