Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, has launched the Timber Construction in Ireland Research report, ‘Pioneering Research and Innovation for timber and wood-based products in Ireland’.
Minister Heydon commented: “The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine is a key funder of forestry and timber research. My Department funds this research in order to produce the knowledge, insights and technology needed to address evolving strategic, policy and industry needs. This investment in research and innovation reflects the continued government support for utilising our forest resource and creating a renewable building environment.”
Minister of State with responsibility for Forestry, Farm Safety and Horticulture, Michael Healy-Rae TD, today welcomed the output from the Timber in Construction Steering Group: “Our thriving sawmilling and forest sectors have evolved into a highly advanced processing industry, thanks in no small part to the innovation and expertise generated through past research. By building on this foundation, we can further strengthen the sustainability, efficiency, and competitiveness of our timber sector, supporting the adoption of the timber construction industry, maximising the value of our forest resources and benefiting the communities that depend on them.”
Minister of State with responsibility for Food Promotion, New Markets, Research and Development, Noel Grealish TD, stated: “This booklet provides a concise overview of more than €8 million worth of research, supported by my Department over recent years, and conducted by Irish institutions on timber and wood-based products. It covers topics such as structural performance, environmental impact, material developments, and advancements in engineered wood products. The booklet highlights the practical impact on policy, industry and society that the outputs of this research can have, and it demonstrates the depth and breadth of Ireland’s timber research.”
