Library

We see it as our role on behalf of our industry to help provide inspiration, information and evidence that American hardwoods can shape a creative process. We do this by commissioning original reports, photography and film and by developing technical publications for designers, architects and engineers.

Videos

Original films and video clips commissioned by us in support of our creative projects. See behind the scenes of the creative process with interviews and footage of the design and manufacture from our most exciting initiatives.

Podcasts

Educational and interesting collections of discussions with key figures in the architecture, design, environment and science fields. Dive into longer length debates around key issues in the industry or discover an exclusive 10 minute interview with notable designers. Available on your usual streaming platforms.

Publications

Creative and technical guides created by us for designers, architects and engineers to help provide inspiration, information and evidence that American hardwoods can shape a creative process.

Reports

Original reports, commissioned by us to provide information and evidence of the legality and sustainability of American hardwoods.

Introduction to US forestry
Introduction to U.S. forestry regulation

It is increasingly important for buyers and users of forest products to understand the regulatory framework governing forest management in the countries from where timber is sourced. Laws like the EU Timber Regulation and U.S. Lacey Act require that traders and manufacturers demonstrate this knowledge to regulators so they are assured of a negligible risk of illegal harvest.

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American Hardwood tree
Demonstrating the sustainability of U.S. hardwood products

AHEC’s strategy is to demonstrate sustainability against environmental attributes identified in scientific life cycle assessment (LCA) as relevant to U.S. hardwood. 

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