Study reveals 40% of Swiss wood directly burned instead of recycled

Research shows low 8% recycling rate for wood in Switzerland, raising concerns about sustainability and CO2 storage potential.

Key Takeaways

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Only 8% of wood is recycled in Switzerland
40% of harvested Swiss wood is directly burned for energy
Switzerland harvests 5-7 million cubic metres of wood annually
Paper recycling rate in Switzerland is 70%

By The Numbers

8%

Wood recycling rate

40%

Wood directly burned for energy

5-7 million

Annual cubic metres of wood harvested

They Said

"This renewable natural resource binds CO2 from the atmosphere as it grows. Both as a material and as an energy source, wood and its numerous components offer alternatives to fossil fuels and materials"
— Empa researchers

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Key Findings on Swiss Wood Usage

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Environmental Impact and CO2 Storage

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Future Implications

Sources & References

Around 40% of Swiss wood is burned

SWI swissinfo.ch

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