Is mass timber the next big thing in cheaper, greener construction? More provinces are saying yes: CBC
Paula Duhatschek of CBC News reports on the new trend to use mass timber as an alternative construction material to concrete and steel. Proponents say it’s faster and easier to build with, and that it has a lighter carbon footprint. Analysts expect the market will quickly grow in coming years with the expansion of existing plants and plans for new ones across the country.