[Column] Why the utilization of thinned wood and wood powder contributes to environmental improvement in the SDGs?
Are you aware that there are initiatives utilizing thinned wood and wood powder as forest resources under the 15th goal "Life on Land" of the SDGs?
**Utilization of Thinning Timber and Its Relevance to SDGs** Recently, "thinning," which is essential for the maintenance and management of Japan's rich forest resources, has been gaining attention. But why is thinning necessary in the first place? Its benefits are as follows: - Moderately thinning dense trees allows sunlight to reach the forest evenly, maintaining the ecosystem. - With more sunlight hitting the trees during their growth stages, a healthy forest environment and cycle are created. - Thinning trees helps prevent landslides, which in turn protects the water quality of the sea flowing from forests and rivers. - These environmental efforts through thinning contribute to achieving the following SDGs goals. **Challenges and Measures Regarding Thinning** Thinning is an indispensable task for the maintenance and management of forests. However, due to the aging of forestry workers and a lack of manpower and funding, thinning of artificial forests is not being conducted properly. If forests are left unattended without thinning, the aging of trees will progress, leading to further decline in the forestry industry. Therefore, a specific measure is to "expand the use of domestic timber and thinning timber." By increasing the utilization of forest resources, we can enhance the domestic sustainability of timber... For more details, please read the continuation at the URL below or contact us.
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ELEMUS LLC is a materials innovation company based in Okazaki, Aichi, Japan, dedicated to creating a safer, more sustainable future for generations to come. Guided by our mission, “For the safety, security, and comfort of generations 100 years from now,” we combine traditional craftsmanship with advanced manufacturing technologies to develop next-generation sustainable materials. Our flagship innovation, URCYL, is a 100% natural material made exclusively from natural urushi (Japanese lacquer sap) and wood powder. Free from petroleum-based resins and synthetic adhesives, URCYL delivers exceptional strength, durability, and moldability while maintaining a low environmental footprint. It has successfully passed 2,000 cycles of commercial dishwasher testing, demonstrating performance levels suitable for demanding professional applications. URCYL is being developed for a wide range of applications, including tableware, knife handles, cosmetic containers, hotel key cards, interior products, and architectural materials. The technology is protected by patents in Japan and Europe, and ELEMUS promotes its adoption through licensing and joint development partnerships tailored to customer requirements. Through participation in international exhibitions, including Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, and overseas design events, ELEMUS is introducing innovative sustainable material solutions to global markets. By transforming underutilized natural resources into high-value products, we strive to reduce environmental impact, support circular economies, and create new opportunities for sustainable manufacturing worldwide.
