Editor’s Note
Kebony’s latest report highlights how sustainable materials can drive meaningful climate action. By avoiding over 14,000 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent in 2024, the company showcases the tangible impact of certified modified wood. Its ongoing strategy to decarbonize the supply chain offers a model for the construction industry’s transition toward responsible, low-carbon solutions.
By strengthening its commitment to sustainable construction, Kebony demonstrates that technological innovation and environmental impact can go hand in hand. Through its certified modified wood, the Norwegian company reported avoiding over 14,000 tonnes of CO₂ in 2024 and continues, in 2025, with an ambitious strategy to decarbonize its supply chain—a strong signal for a sector in search of responsible and traceable materials.
The company Kebony markets modified wood primarily intended for cladding and decking, a market directly linked to exterior construction, where durability and resistance are growing requirements. Its Dually Modified™ technology transforms softwood species into wood with performance comparable to tropical hardwoods, enabling the construction sector to substitute threatened species with certified and traceable materials.
Indeed, Kebony’s commercial strategy relies on this dual promise: aesthetics and technical performance, which converts clients in favor of more responsible construction, and this, in a context where project owners seek to reduce the carbon footprint of their works.
Kebony anchors its CSR approach in a very concrete framework: compliance with the Norwegian Transparency Act, adherence to the United Nations Global Compact, and product certifications (FSC®, PEFC, Nordic Swan), all necessary elements to secure the supply for construction projects concerned with ethics and traceability. Thus, these labels serve as guarantees in building environmental assessment processes and facilitate the eligibility of Kebony materials in sustainable construction frameworks like BREEAM or Nordic standards.
These gains are compared to a historical record—for example, the 2023 reporting stated 8,495 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent avoided—which suggests an increase in sales volumes and the measurable climate impact of the Kebony solution.
Concretely, the company announces for 2025 an operational efficiency optimization plan primarily targeting emissions related to the transport of raw materials and finished products—a significant factor for construction sector materials often distributed internationally. This operational focus illustrates the maturity of an ESG approach that is not limited to production but extends to logistics, essential as construction evolves its supply chains towards lower carbon intensity.
Simultaneously, Kebony emphasizes its regulatory and documentary transparency (publication of a report on the 2024 Transparency Act) and its commitment to recognized frameworks, which is a strong signal for specifiers and contractors seeking construction materials that meet contemporary ESG expectations.
In summary, the 2025 roadmap aims to make the Kebony offering not only technically performant but also optimized to reduce the overall carbon footprint of construction operations.
