Edifícios de madeira no Sul e Sudeste do Brasil: uma tendência de redução do impacto ambiental

Abstract

This work aims to address the impact of the use of engineered wood as a building material through studies of real structures addressing some of the main doubts related to the characteristics and implementation of this material in construction, concerns regarding its durability against biological threats from fungi and insects and fire resistance. Also, the current situation of Brazilian standards in relation to wooden construction will be questioned, in comparison with other countries. The situation in which the Brazilian industry for the supply of engineered wood finds itself today, and what may change with the completion of the entry of large companies in the wood sector and with the current situation of the financial market, with low interest rates, and incentives the reduction of production cycles at the conclusion can influence the adoption of these technologies. The work concludes that the use of engineered wood as the main structural material can offer a viable alternative to increase the productivity of Brazilian civil construction while, simultaneously reducing its environmental impact.