Trä issuu 1, 2026

RESILIENCE is the theme for issue 1/2026 - the strength to withstand. In war-torn Ukraine the need for housing is enormous. Professor Anders Roos describes a new research project that will map out how timber can be used in the country’s reconstruction. Even more tangible help, already in place in Poltava, is emergency housing made of timber. we highlight the power of cellulose, whether found in Swedish timber, bamboo from Bangladesh or in Japanese paper tubes.

Winter storms have hit forests in northern Sweden hard. we meet forest owner Camilla Logarn, whose forest fell when a storm swept through. Today, 20 years later, Camilla’s forest looks a little different – more varied and even more biodiverse – itself an example of resilience!