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Preserving the Past to Build a Greener Future
Manage episode 444513310 series 2781096
Episode Summary:
Explore the environmental impact of demolition waste and how one Alberta-based company is tackling this issue by reclaiming valuable wood from buildings before they get demolished. Jay Sanderson, founder of Backroads Reclamation, shares he’s repurposing old-growth wood, reducing waste, and honoring Alberta’s architectural heritage. Discover the unique benefits of reclaimed wood and how it plays a vital role in sustainable development.
Key Topics:
- The environmental impact of demolition waste
- The difference between old-growth reclaimed wood and new timber
- The process and challenges of reclaiming wood from demolished structures
- The historical and environmental value of preserving Alberta’s architectural heritage
- The future of the reclaimed wood industry in Alberta
Guest:
Jay Sanderson, Founder and Owner of Backroads Reclamation
Resources Mentioned:
- Backroads Reclamation’s Website
- Environment and Climate Change Canada's National Waste Characterization Report
The What On EARTH Can We Do Podcast is a program of the Alberta Emerald Foundation, a registered charity with the unique mission of accelerating environmental excellence by identifying and celebrating Alberta’s visionary leaders and by sharing best practices through the power of compelling educational narratives.
Want to help keep this podcast going? Consider donating! https://emeraldfoundation.ca/donate/
Follow Us:
- Website: Emerald Foundation
- Twitter: @AlbertaEmerald
- Instagram: @AlbertaEmerald
Thank You to Our Sponsors: A big thank you to our sponsors who make this podcast possible: Capital Power, Government of Alberta, the Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta, Pathways Alliance, City of Edmonton, and City of Calgary.
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Manage episode 444513310 series 2781096
Episode Summary:
Explore the environmental impact of demolition waste and how one Alberta-based company is tackling this issue by reclaiming valuable wood from buildings before they get demolished. Jay Sanderson, founder of Backroads Reclamation, shares he’s repurposing old-growth wood, reducing waste, and honoring Alberta’s architectural heritage. Discover the unique benefits of reclaimed wood and how it plays a vital role in sustainable development.
Key Topics:
- The environmental impact of demolition waste
- The difference between old-growth reclaimed wood and new timber
- The process and challenges of reclaiming wood from demolished structures
- The historical and environmental value of preserving Alberta’s architectural heritage
- The future of the reclaimed wood industry in Alberta
Guest:
Jay Sanderson, Founder and Owner of Backroads Reclamation
Resources Mentioned:
- Backroads Reclamation’s Website
- Environment and Climate Change Canada's National Waste Characterization Report
The What On EARTH Can We Do Podcast is a program of the Alberta Emerald Foundation, a registered charity with the unique mission of accelerating environmental excellence by identifying and celebrating Alberta’s visionary leaders and by sharing best practices through the power of compelling educational narratives.
Want to help keep this podcast going? Consider donating! https://emeraldfoundation.ca/donate/
Follow Us:
- Website: Emerald Foundation
- Twitter: @AlbertaEmerald
- Instagram: @AlbertaEmerald
Thank You to Our Sponsors: A big thank you to our sponsors who make this podcast possible: Capital Power, Government of Alberta, the Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta, Pathways Alliance, City of Edmonton, and City of Calgary.
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