森林循環‧林業創生‧REWOOD Forest Circulation‧Forestry Revitalization‧REWOOD(RE-WOOD) |

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積極面對氣候異常，種樹撫育，是必要且急迫的。同時，面對林業及自然管理更是重要的工作。 REWOOD透過「地方創生」探索「林業剩餘資材如何推動循環經濟的模式」期盼創造出一個可以支撐地方創生及生態生產永續發展的共好商業模式。 ============ Positively facing climate anomalies. Planting and nurturing trees is necessary and urgent. At the same time, the management of forests and nature is an important task. REWOOD explores "how to promote the circular economy model of forest residual material" through "Local Creation". REWOOD hopes to create a good business model that can support the sustainable development of local creation and eco-production.
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從一棵樹修枝，看見循環經濟、淨零碳排與地方創生

從行道樹、校園修枝木、果樹修枝、風倒木、枯危木等，林木剩餘在台灣長久以來絕大部分沒有進入林業加工；秉持森林專業，REWOOD木酢達人以「Re」概念回收過去被定義為垃圾的林木剩餘，透過專業的料源分類，將良好材料作為木作傢俱材料；剩餘木料則以800度高溫炭化方式，製作成可有效減緩地球暖化的「生物炭」，同時回收碳化時的高溫水煙「木酢液」也就是「木酢達人」子品牌的誕生源頭，並將木酢液開發清潔產品、抑菌產品、以及最高質化的生技與綠建材用途，完成森林循環鏈。

以炭經濟綠色產業為核心，為台灣山林創造豐盛友善的永續價值，並成立「森林循環湖口創生青年培力工作站」，共吸引 20 位木藝導師與超過 700 位青年參與，讓林業技術持續傳承，讓青年得以返鄉創業，投入循環經濟，要保護森林不能只有盲目造林、更要懂得經營生物多樣性；REWOOD環繞「固碳」核心發展業務並創造青年返鄉，從ReWood工作坊木作產業鏈、碳經濟綠色產業鏈、木酢達人清潔生技鏈，完成林木剩餘之全株利用。

實際案例目前與友達光電「麻布山林」持續進行合作，園區每年的修枝疏伐一年約有10公噸，過去都是焚燒或低加值利用，經過REWOOD循環加值處理，每年將產生固碳與ESG之永續價值，及帶來超過800萬的各式專案與服務價值；與林業及自然保育署(林務局)的合作，將外來入侵種加以運用，推出一系列七款小花蔓澤蘭產品，首批5000瓶很快就銷售一空，目前也持續生產販售；大雪山枯立風倒木專案將其載運裁切，協助網路國產材零售，以及協助當地台灣土肉桂的運用推廣；兩間超過百萬以上的專案合作，再加上產品銷售皆有5~6%的回饋，支持林業及自然保育署的林業永續，建立長久合作的商業模式。
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From the pruning of a tree, we can see the circular economy, net zero carbon emission and local creativity.

From street trees, school pruning, fruit tree pruning, windswept wood, dead wood, etc., most of the forest residue in Taiwan has not been processed by the forest industry for a long time. As a forest professional, REWOOD wood edelweiss collects forest residue, which has been defined as garbage in the past, and uses it as wood furniture material through the professional classification of the material sources; and uses the remaining wood to produce "biochar", which can effectively reduce global warming, and recycles the high-temperature water smoke "wood edelweiss" during the carbonization. The leftover wood is then carbonized at a high temperature of 800 degrees Celsius to make "biochar" that can effectively reduce global warming. At the same time, the high-temperature smoke from the carbonized water is recycled into "wood vinegar liquid", which is the source of the "Wood Vinegar Master" sub-brand, and the wood vinegar liquid will be used to develop cleaning products, anti-bacterial products, as well as the most high-quality biotechnology and green building materials, thus completing the forest recycling chain.

With the charcoal economy and green industry as the core, REWOOD will create abundant and friendly sustainable values for Taiwan's forests. REWOOD has also set up the "Forest Cycle Hukou Creation Youth Training Station", which has attracted the participation of 20 woodworking instructors and more than 700 young people, so as to continue to pass down the technology of the forest industry, and enable young people to return to their hometowns to start up their own businesses, and to invest in the cyclic economy, so that the protection of the forests can not be confined to blind afforestation, and that it is necessary to know how to manage the biodiversity; REWOOD develops its business around the core of "carbon sequestration" and creates the opportunity for young people to return to their hometowns. From the ReWood Workshop woodworking industrial chain, the carbon economy green industrial chain, and the wood vinegar daemon clean biotechnology chain, the company has accomplished the utilization of the entire forest residue.

Currently, we are working with AUO's "Mabushan Forest", where the annual pruning and thinning of about 10 tons of trees is burned or utilized at low value-added levels, but through REWOOD's recycling and value-added treatment, it will generate the sustainable value of carbon sequestration and ESG every year, as well as the value of over 8 million dollars of various projects and services; and with the Department of Forestry and Conservation (Forestry Department), we will utilize the invasive species to launch a series of seven new projects. In cooperation with the Forestry and Conservation Department (FDA), a series of seven varieties of small-flowered Zelkova products were introduced by utilizing invasive exotic species, and the first batch of 5,000 bottles were sold out quickly, and are currently in continuous production and sale; the Daxue Mountain Deadwood Project loaded and cut up dead wood, assisting in the retailing of domestic timber on the internet, as well as assisting in the promotion of the utilization of local Taiwan cinnamon; the cooperation between the two companies has resulted in more than one million dollars in projects, and in the addition of a 5-6% return on the sale of products, which supports the sustainability of the forests under the FDA's forest management program. The two organizations have over a million dollars in projects, plus a 5~6% return on product sales, supporting the sustainability of the forestry industry and the Department of Conservation, and establishing a long-term cooperative business model.
How does your work address the 3 P’s (for Planet, for People, for Profit) for Sustainability?

Rewood的工作著重於三個可持續發展的層面。

在「Planet（地球）」方面，透過森林循環模式，有效減少修枝和枯危木的廢棄，防止病蟲害滋生，並降低森林火災風險。生物炭在建築材料中的應用創新，為可持續建築材料的發展提供解決方案。

在「People（人）」方面，與樹藝師的合作將專業知識轉化為校園環境教育，培養孩子對自然的熱愛。透過木工坊的建立，吸引並培訓有志於木工技藝的學員，實現了技藝的傳承，同時這些學員的創作也在REWOOD平台中展示，透過銷售作品帶動了前端樹木修枝的循環模式，為社區帶來更多就業機會。

在「Profit（利潤）」方面，我們通過木工坊學員的創作、木炭和木酢液清潔用品等收益，實現了企業利潤。這些收益不僅促進了社區經濟的發展，更不斷讓REWOOD能持續投入，帶動前端樹木修枝的循環模式。REWOOD的工作在實現地球的生態健康、人類的福祉，同時保持企業持續營利為目標，形成了一個平衡發展且能永續運作的模式。
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Rewood's work focuses on three dimensions of sustainability.

On the "Planet" side, the forest cycle model effectively reduces pruning and dead wood waste, prevents pests and diseases, and reduces the risk of forest fires. The innovative application of biochar in building materials provides solutions for the development of sustainable building materials.

In terms of "People", the cooperation with arborists transforms professional knowledge into environmental education in schools, cultivating children's love for nature. Through the establishment of carpentry workshops, we attract and train students who are interested in carpentry skills, realizing the inheritance of skills. At the same time, the creations of these students are displayed on the REWOOD platform, and the sale of their works leads to a cyclical pattern of tree pruning at the front end, bringing more employment opportunities to the community.

In terms of "Profit", we have realized corporate profits from the creations of the woodworkers, charcoal and wood vinegar cleaning products. These profits not only contribute to the economic development of the community, but also allow REWOOD to continue to invest in the front end of the tree pruning cycle. REWOOD's work is aimed at the ecological health of the planet, the well-being of the human race, and at the same time maintains a sustainable profitability of the enterprise, forming a balanced development and sustainable operation model.
Where (country, region, etc.) have you primarily carried out your project?

臺灣/新竹湖口 Taiwan/Hukou, Hsinchu
What is the timeline your project has taken place over?

2021-present
Keywords

#REWOOD #ESG #Carbon Fixation
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https://www.rewood.com.tw/ https://www.dawoko.com.tw/
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Special Prize Question 1: Is there a mechanism in place to inherit culture and industry as assets for people living in that area 100 or even 1000 years from now?

Rewood森林循環以「森林永續循環經濟」為核心理念，致力於將廢棄的木材資源轉化為有經濟價值的產品，同時注重文化和產業的傳承。這一模式不僅有助於減少廢棄物，還為森林的永續發展做出重要貢獻。

在文化傳承方面，Rewood透過建立木工坊，培訓返鄉學習者，將傳統的木工技藝傳承給下一代。這不僅促進了傳統木工文化的保存，也將森林文化融入到產品設計中，提高了大眾對森林重要性的認識。

在產業傳承方面，Rewood的發展不僅為當地創造就業機會，也帶動了森林循環產業的蓬勃發展。這種產業的擴大可以為當地帶來新的經濟增長點，並有助於永續發展。

Rewood的資產傳承機制具有可持續性，除了現階段的工作之外，未來也預期通過建立『木工文化博物館』、『舉辦森林文化節』，以及『培育森林循環人才』等方式，致力於將文化和產業作為未來新世代的寶貴資產傳承。這一模式不僅關注環境保護，還為地方社區的經濟和文化遺產提供了可持續的未來。Rewood森林循環的努力，將為100年甚至1000年後生活在該地區的人們，帶來巨大的改變，並為森林文化的傳承和經濟發展、環境保護等議題作出積極貢獻。
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The Rewood Forest Cycle is based on the core concept of "sustainable circular economy of forests", which is dedicated to transforming waste wood resources into economically valuable products while emphasizing cultural and industrial heritage. This model not only helps to reduce waste, but also makes an important contribution to the sustainable development of forests.

In terms of cultural heritage, Rewood has passed on traditional woodworking skills to the next generation by setting up woodworking workshops and training returnee learners. This not only promotes the preservation of traditional woodworking culture, but also integrates forest culture into product design and raises public awareness of the importance of forests.

In terms of heritage, the development of Rewood has not only created local employment opportunities, but has also led to the development of a thriving forest recycling industry. The expansion of this industry can bring new economic growth to the region and contribute to sustainable development.

Rewood's asset inheritance mechanism is sustainable. In addition to its current work, Rewood expects to establish a museum of woodworking culture, organize forest culture festivals, and cultivate forest recycling talents in the future, in order to inherit the culture and the industry as valuable assets for future generations. This model not only focuses on environmental protection, but also provides a sustainable future for the economic and cultural heritage of the local community, and Rewood Forest Cycle's efforts will make a huge difference to the people living in the area 100 or even 1,000 years from now, as well as positively contributing to the preservation of the forest culture and to the issues of economic development and environmental protection.
Special Prize Question 2: What is the positive impact on biodiversity? Is the project creating a cycle not just from a human-centered perspective but for the entire ecosystem?

透過林木修枝的實踐，Rewood森林循環模式以一種具體方式對生物多樣性產生積極影響。修枝的背後機制在於幫助維護森林生態的完整性，並創造更多生態位，促進物種多樣性。當森林內的樹木得到適當的修枝，它們變得更加健康且充滿生機，這有助於提供多樣的棲息地，吸引了各種野生動植物。

修枝的過程中，修剪掉的樹枝和枯危木材被回收再利用，這有助於減少廢棄物的堆積，進一步保護了森林生態。減少廢棄物的積累有助於減少害蟲和病源的滋生，同時也減少了火災的風險，這些都對森林生物多樣性造成威脅。這種修枝回收再利用的做法維護了生態系統的穩定性，提供了更多棲息地和食物來源，讓各種物種能夠共存。

總之，修枝作業不僅維持了森林的健康，還促進了生物多樣性的保護。降低病蟲害風險和火災危險，這種做法不僅是以人為本，而是考量了整個生態系統及環境保護之下，用最基礎且而可行性最高的林木修枝方式，為森林生態系統的永續發展提供了積極的支持。Rewood的模式不僅關注環境保護、生態平衡、廢棄物再利用等議題，還為森林中的生物多樣性提供了更多機會，並建立了一個更加健康和穩定的生態系統，進一步讓地球更健康。
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Through the practice of tree pruning, the Rewood Forest Cycle Model positively impacts biodiversity in a tangible way. The mechanism behind pruning is to help maintain the ecological integrity of the forest and to create more ecological niches that promote species diversity. When trees in a forest are properly pruned, they become healthier and more vibrant, which helps to provide diverse habitats that attract a wide range of wildlife.

During the pruning process, pruned branches and dead wood are recycled, which helps reduce the accumulation of waste and further protects the forest ecosystem. Reducing the accumulation of waste helps to minimize the growth of pests and diseases, as well as reducing the risk of fire, all of which are threats to forest biodiversity. This practice of pruning for recycling maintains ecosystem stability, providing more habitat and food sources for a variety of species to coexist.

In short, pruning not only maintains the health of the forest, but also contributes to the conservation of biodiversity. Reducing the risk of pests, diseases and fires is not only a human-centered approach, but one that takes into account the entire ecosystem and the protection of the environment, using the most basic and feasible way of pruning to actively support the sustainable development of the forest ecosystem. The Rewood model not only focuses on issues such as environmental protection, ecological balance and waste reuse, but also provides more opportunities for biodiversity in the forest and builds a healthier and more stable ecosystem for a healthier planet.
Special Prize Question 3: Are you enabling new forms of collaboration with others? New forms of collaboration might include cross-industry cooperation, co-creation with consumers, or role transformations within the supply chain.

REWOOD正積極促成跨界合作的新形式，以推動森林循環模式的擴展和多元化應用。跨行業合作方面，目前已經展開合作項目，包括與水泥和建材商的合作，專注於生物炭在建築材料中的應用。這種合作不僅拓寬了生物炭的應用領域，還加強了可持續建築材料的開發，從結構性材料到室內的軟裝，都已經有初步的成果並符合市場需求。

在供應鏈中的角色轉換方面，REWOOD透過與樹藝師的合作，成功將他們的專業知識和技術轉化為校園環境教育課程。這種轉變不僅擴大了樹藝師的影響力，還為孩子們提供了一個更深入了解樹木和生態的機會，從而促進了環境教育的發展。

此外，REWOOD還在消費者共同創造方面發揮了積極作用，通過建立木工坊，吸引並培訓有志於學習木工技藝的學員。這些學員不僅能夠傳承木工技藝，還有機會將他們的創作品展示在REWOOD的平台上，進一步透過銷售作品，來帶動更多前端的修枝作業，實現了消費者參與共創的理念。

整體而言，Rewood以跨界合作、供應鏈中的角色轉換和消費者參與共創等新形式這三個方向，拓展了合作範疇，加強了其在可持續發展和生物多樣性保護方面的影響力。這些合作形式不僅有助於實現REWOOD的循環目標，還為其他企業和組織提供了更多ESG的社會價值。
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REWOOD is actively facilitating new forms of cross-border cooperation to promote the expansion and diversified application of the forest cycle model. Cross-industry cooperation has already begun, including cooperation with cement and building materials manufacturers, focusing on the application of biochar in building materials. This collaboration has not only broadened the scope of biochar applications, but has also strengthened the development of sustainable building materials, from structural materials to indoor soft furnishings, which have already yielded initial results and met market demand.

In terms of changing roles in the supply chain, REWOOD has successfully transformed the expertise and skills of arborists into environmental education programs on campus by working with them. This change not only extends the influence of arborists, but also provides children with an opportunity to learn more about trees and ecology, thus promoting the development of environmental education.

In addition, REWOOD plays an active role in consumer co-creation by establishing woodworking workshops to attract and train students interested in learning the art of woodworking. These students not only pass on their woodworking skills, but also have the opportunity to display their creations on REWOOD's platform, and through the sale of their creations, they are able to promote more front-end pruning operations, thus realizing the concept of consumer participation in co-creation.

Overall, Rewood has expanded its scope of cooperation and strengthened its impact on sustainability and biodiversity conservation through three directions: cross-border cooperation, changing roles in the supply chain, and new forms of consumer participation in co-creation. These forms of cooperation not only help to achieve REWOOD's recycling goals, but also provide more ESG social values for other companies and organizations.