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The project marks first time #blockchain technology has been applied to a #masstimber project. Another unique feature of the collaboration Norfolk Southern and Clemson University is its use of first-of-its-kind blockchain technology. Chainparency's GoTrace platform is being used to track the #timber as it moves through the supply chain starting with its harvest at Brosnan Forest then to Collum's Lumber sawmill in Allendale, S.C. and SmartLam North America™ in Dothan, Ala. for processing before finally arriving in Clemson, S.C. Read More Here: https://lnkd.in/gm3gy4my Derek Ratchford Pat Layton Josh Raglin Arnie Didier U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities The Longleaf Alliance Clemson Wood Utilization + Design Institute Milliken Advisors Kristin Wong Hank Scott

🌍 EU Regulations & Timber Transparency! 🌍 According to Interpol, as much as 30% of the entire global trade in timber may come from illegal sources. Illicit timber is the world’s most profitable natural resource crime, worth as much as USD 150 billion each year. This article's latest insights reveals how blockchain and scientific tracking are helping companies verify timber origins, combat illegal logging, and ensure sustainable sourcing. As new EU regulations on supply chain transparency take effect, the forestry sector is turning to cutting-edge tech to meet compliance. This shift in regulation pushes the industry toward greater environmental accountability and transparency. 🔗 Read more https://lnkd.in/efdydwE4 #EUSupplyChain #TimberTracking #Sustainability #Blockchain

🌳 We are excited to bring you Program Officer Teal Edelen! The U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities, Inc. is a not-for-profit public charity, established in 2006, at the request of the governments of the United States and Canada. It works collaboratively with partners in the public and private sectors to advance systemic, transformative and sustainable change for the health and vitality of the nation’s working forests and forest-reliant communities. We are excited to bring to you our video series on National Forest Products Week! This series highlights select customers and partners and the critical roles they play in #sustainability, #forestry, and environmental stewardship in N. American forests. 🌱 Check it out on Youtube: https://lnkd.in/gZy-Frtc

For the first time ever, blockchain technology is being used in a mass timber project— and it’s happening with longleaf pine from Norfolk Southern’s Brosnan Forest! 🚂 🌲 This cutting-edge innovation is part of Clemson University's new Forestry and Environmental Conservation building. The state-of-the-art facility will lead the way in wood-based construction research, helping to shape the next generation of leaders in forestry and environmental conservation. Through our collaboration with Clemson University, NS is advancing sustainability, fostering workforce development, and driving forestry innovation. We’re creating real-world solutions that will shape the future of construction and conservation, together. Learn more about how we're leading the way in sustainable construction at https://lnkd.in/e-SjEhJ9.

🌳 We are joined by Long Leaf Alliance Conservation Program Director Lisa Lord! The Longleaf Alliance was formed in 1995 in response to the urgent need to halt the decline of #longleaf pine ecosystems, and to meet the growing demand for information on how to restore these forests. Their activities range from education and outreach to hands-on restoration to long-term land protection. We are excited to bring to you our video series on National Forest Products Week! This series highlights select customers and partners and the critical roles they play in sustainability, working forests, and environmental stewardship in N. American forests. 🌱 Check it out on Youtube: https://lnkd.in/g4gSXMtN

🌳 On deck we have Thompson Appalachian’s CFO, Claire Getty. Thompson Appalachian Hardwoods mission is full forest utilization with zero waste. They produce a variety of forest products ranging from high-quality grade #hardwood lumber for furniture, flooring and millwork packages to high volumes of industrial products for the railroad and packaging industries to #biofuel stock for energy markets. We are excited to bring to you our video series on #NationalForestProductsWeek! This series highlights select customers and partners and the critical roles they play in #sustainability, #forestry, and environmental stewardship in N. American forests. 🌱

🌳 Our next feature is from Highland Pellet's Chief Sustainability Officer, Ellen Kincaid. Based in Arkansas, Highland Pellets is delivering sustainable, environmentally friendly wood pellet power to the people and places across the globe and benefiting it's local communities. 🌱 This National Forest Products Week, we’re excited to introduce our customers and partners who lead the charge in sustainability and forestry. This series highlights select customers and partners and the critical roles they play in sustainability, working forests, and environmental stewardship in N. American forests. Check out the video on Youtube: https://lnkd.in/daB9wiQP #NationalForestProductsWeek #HighlandPellets #Forestry #Sustainability #WoodPellets #Blockchain #Environment #Innovation #Technology

🌳 We are excited to bring to you our video series on National Forest Products Week! This series highlights select customers and partners and the critical roles they play in sustainability, working forests, and environmental stewardship in N. American forests. Our first spotlight will be from Wakefield BioChar's president, Tom Marrero. Wakefield is a family-owned company committed to sustainability, formed with simple mission: Better Soil. Better World. https://lnkd.in/guApCWPs #NationalForestProductsWeek #Wakefield #Forestry #Sustainability #Biochar #Blockchain #Environment #Innovation #Technology

Grateful to have the opportunity to attend, experience, and learn from such a fantastic group of innovators, experts, and doers committed to the Food is Medicine movement and the future of our food system and value chains. First time to attend a Tufts Food & Nutrition Innovation Institute event and I can say wholeheartedly the event was very special. So impressed with the program that Katie Stebbins and team put together and the diverse group assembled. Chainparency is proud to be a part of the movement and looks forward to contributing and further exploring how digital technology solutions like #blockchain can help to advance sustainable nutrition, better support our harvesters & producers, and ensure the integrity and transparency of our food supply chains.

Forests are more than just a source of timber. They provide clean air, clean water, wildlife habitat, and recreational opportunities.  Forests are essential for a healthy planet and a thriving economy. Let's celebrate the many ways forests enrich our lives and commit to protecting them for future generations. National Forestry Products week starts next week on October 21st!