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Mark Thomson on why “fast fashion” runs rampant in the furniture sector

September 20, 2022

First published at: https://thefifthestate.com.au/waste/mark-thomson-says-fast-fashion-runs-rampant-in-the-furniture-sector/ Mark Thomson is an author, sustainability consultant and recipient of multiple architecture, building and design awards. As founder of Eco Effective Solutions, a research, education, and design practice, he strives to deliver healthy and regenerative work environments. Mark is a regular judge of the World Architecture Festival and the Australian Banksia […]

Industry Opportunity Through Stewardship System

Originally posted at: https://australianfurniture.org.au/industry-opportunity-through-stewardship-system/ A resilient and sustainable furniture industry, with Australia positioned as a global leader in innovation, is the aim of a three-year programme to develop a commercial furniture Product Stewardship system with minimal financial impact on the industry. The Australian Government has provided a grant through the National Product Stewardship Investment Fund […]

Builders play a leading role in sustainable construction

Article first appeared: https://www.responsiblewood.org.au/builders-play-a-leading-role-in-sustainable-construction/ Building with certified wood is brilliant for the planet, our health, and the economy. In addition, buying locally certified wood reduces our carbon footprint and supports local communities connected to sustainable forest management. As Australian builders declare a climate and biodiversity emergency material selection plays an all-important role in protecting the […]

Now’s the time to recalibrate to a low carbon future

Originally published 26 March 2020: https://www.thefifthestate.com.au/articles/nows-the-time-to-recalibrate-to-a-low-carbon-future/ Once we’ve recalibrated our lives, with a heightened awareness of health and our environment, the low carbon economy will be the practical option, writes Mark Thomson from Eco Effective Solutions. The unforeseen onset of the Coronavirus provides a logical and timely opportunity to rethink our immediate and long term […]

Circular economy funding needs oversight says Responsible Wood

First Published on Linkedin on June 22, 2019: Circular economy funding needs oversight says Responsible Wood With governments funding startups in the social enterprise and circular economy space there is a need to keep an eye on the outcomes being delivered, according to the directors of Responsible Wood. Mark Thomson and Jason Ross have worked […]

Are we fast enough for change: a global view of design and timber

February 17, 2019

The demand for radical change by the United Nations in October this year to limit global warming to a 1.5 degree global temperature increase, requires fundamental change. A three week visit of five countries which included judging at the 2018 World Architecture Festival in Amsterdam and presentations in Geneva to the PEFC General Assembly, have convinced […]