In anticipation of the realization of a carbon-free society, the government decided on the "Forest and Forestry Basic Plan" on the 15th to properly manage forests and revitalize the forestry and timber industries.
By 2030, we aim to increase the amount of domestic timber used for construction by about 40%.
At a cabinet meeting on the 15th, the government decided on the "Forest and Forestry Basic Plan," which is reviewed once every five years.
In this plan, in anticipation of the realization of a carbon-free society, forests that absorb carbon dioxide will be properly logged and planted to revitalize the forestry and timber industries.
By 2030, we aim to supply domestic timber to 42 million cubic meters, which is more than 30% higher than the actual results of adults.
Above all, we are aiming to increase the amount of domestic timber used for construction and furniture to 26 million cubic meters, which is more than 40% higher than the actual results of adults.
To achieve this, in addition to strengthening support from sawmills and other facilities so that timber in demand can be stably supplied at low cost, it is said that it will actively utilize timber in high-rise buildings to cultivate new demand. I will.
Regarding timber, there has been a shortage of American timber used for domestic housing recently, which has affected housing construction, and the government wants to promote a stable supply of domestic timber. ..