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FWPA reflects on 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, the Forest and Wood Products Association (FWPA) is reflecting on the progress made this year and sharing its vision for the opportunities ahead in 2025. Source: Timberbiz The forest and wood products industry has faced significant challenges, with housing starts declining and economic pressures impacting the entire sector. Despite these conditions, we have seen remarkable innovation, as members and industry continue to find new ways to manage costs and adapt their operations. FWPA has remained committed to supporting its members, ensuring its work aligns with the needs of the industry. FWPA continues to focus on increased transparency, accountability, and responsiveness. A full organisational restructure now empowers expert Heads of Departments, and its 2023-2028 Strategic Plan includes measurable goals that demonstrate clear accountability. This year also saw the launch of the new FWPA website to make research findings more accessible, and the team moved into a mass timber building at T3 Collingwood, a hub designed to showcase the innovation in our industry and serve FWPA’s members. Looking forward, FWPA will drive initiatives to boost consumer demand and improve public understanding of forestry’s and wood product’s role in carbon sequestration and storage. Programs like WoodSolutions, ForestLearning and a reimagined The Ultimate Renewable campaign will continue educating builders, students and the broader community. As we enter 2025, FWPA will remain focused on creating value, driving growth, and delivering results for the entire industry. The FWPA team would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season. Please note that the office will be closed from Monday 23 December and will re-open again on Monday 6 January.