TED speaker Pablo van der Lugt (PhD MSc Eng) is not just a fan of timber in buildings, but is a passionate advocate of high performance bio-based materials.
Here he explains the transition towards a more circular, low-carbon economy and the tremendous opportunities for smart bio-based materials made from fast-growing resources such as softwood (mass timber, CLT, modified wood) and giant bamboo (engineered bamboo).
This video is a great opportunity to learn something new, and be inspired by the vast potential of timber in buildings, and the talented carpenters and joiners needed to make it happen.