Two linked sessions at COP30 showcased rising international alignment on forest-positive, low-carbon construction and culminated in strong support for the newly launched Building for Forests Acceleration Plan. The sessions also featured new endorsements of the Principles for Responsible Timber Construction from the Government of Brazil and the City of Maringá.

Film screening and high-level opening reflections

The first session screened Our Future: Built by Nature, produced by Open Planet Studios in collaboration with Built by Nature. See the trailer:

Building for Forests Acceleration Plan launch

The second session brought together senior government officials, multilateral agencies and industry leaders to launch the Building for Forests Acceleration Plan. The speakers underscored the need for coordinated implementation across forestry, construction, procurement and finance to expand access to forest-positive, climate-resilient housing and infrastructure. They highlighted the role of timber and bio-based materials in strengthening value chains, supporting livelihoods, and aligning climate and forest strategies.

Commitments and next steps

The launch of the Building for Forests Acceleration Plan drew broad support from governments and stakeholders, with several interventions from the floor signalling interest in aligning national policies and investment pathways with the Plan. As part of this momentum, Brazil and the City of Maringá announced their endorsement of the Principles for Responsible Timber Construction, joining fifteen national governments already engaged.

Together, the two sessions demonstrated growing international commitment to scaling responsible timber use and advancing an integrated approach to forests, construction and climate resilience.