PUMASKA
End-of-life wood material in circle
Project info
| Project | End-of-life wood material in circle (PUMASKA) |
| Duration | 1.3.2024-31.12.2026 |
| Partners | Häme University of Applied Sciences, University of Eastern Finland, Aalto University |
| Funder | Häme ELY centre |
| Budget | 395 133 € |
In PUMASKA project, we are looking for solutions to recycle and extend the life cycle of discarded wood material. At the same time, we will strengthen the availability of new high value-added raw materials as a by-product of wood processing.
The construction and sawmilling industries produce huge quantities of usable wood and bark, which contain not only fibre but also valuable extractives. End-of-life wood material in circle (PUMASKA) project seeks solutions to increase the recycling rate and extend the life cycle of discarded wood material. At the same time, the availability of new high value-added raw materials as a by-product of wood processing will be strengthened.
The main objectives of the PUMASKA project are: 1) To create a research basis for a process where discarded wood is used to produce for example safe growing media, soil improvers and litter 2) To investigate the impact of the above-mentioned wood life cycle extension on emissions 3) To co-develop the value chain from waste wood material to beneficial use and thus promote the circular economy of wood.
The project will carry out practical experiments on the sorting and availability of wood waste, and study the composition of wood materials and the processes for processing them into materials suitable for different applications. The project’s life cycle assessment and carbon footprint calculations will provide information on the climate impact of wood recycling. In the long term, the project is expected to improve the efficient use of by-streams from the construction industry and increase the recycling rate of wood.
We are implementing the project together with the University of Eastern Finland and Aalto University.
Target group
The project’s target group in particular are companies producing and processing demolition wood, sawmills, companies producing and using growing media and soil improvers, municipal waste management, universities and research institutes. The project activities have been designed with a view to ensuring that all relevant target groups are taken into account.
The project is national in scope, targeting companies, municipalities and research organisations across the country.
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