Regional Sawmill Collectives
Redstones Timber Homes and Manufacturing is dedicated to sustainable practices and responsible forest restoration. As part of our commitment, we have forged strong partnerships with local logging and sawmilling businesses. By leveraging the abundance of standing dead beetle-kill and fire damaged trees, we collaborate to transform this timber into high-quality wood for manufactured products and building timber homes. Our innovative approach not only strengthens the local economy but also reduces the cost of home construction and manufacturing, benefiting both our customers and the community at large.
Benefits of Regional Sawmill Collectives
Local Partnerships: Fostering Collaboration for Economic Growth
At Redstones Timber Homes and Manufacturing, we firmly believe in the power of collaboration. At the heart of unleashing the potential of economic diversification, lies the need to utilize more of the regional timber resource. Implementation of a regional network of sawmill cooperatives would allow our communities to tap into this potential. Our goal is to increase partnerships in a coop style model to enhance an integrated approach from local timber procurement to local sawmilling and secondary processing. These alliances enable us to streamline the supply chain, enhance efficiency, and maximize the utilization of available natural resources.
Together, we work towards a common goal: growing the local economy while promoting sustainable practices.
Of San Juan National Forest has been Affected by Spruce Beetles
At present, the spruce beetle outbreak has impacted around 40% of the high-elevation forests within the San Juan National Forest (SJNF), expanding from the eastern region. Recent aerial surveys reveal that the total affected acreage on the nearly 2-million-acre SJNF stands at slightly over 200,000 acres, representing approximately 10% of the entire forest area.
Utilizing Beetle Kill and Fire Damaged Trees: A Win-Win Solution
The abundance of beetle-kill and fire damaged trees presents both a challenge and an opportunity. By harnessing these resources, we contribute to the restoration of our forests while addressing the growing demand for timber. Our partnerships with local loggers’ sawmills and our processing allows for us to efficiently transform these salvaged trees into high-quality wood products. By repurposing timber that would otherwise go to waste, we create a sustainable solution that benefits the environment and the economy simultaneously.
Economic Benefits: Strengthening Local Communities
One of the significant advantages of regional sawmill cooperatives is the positive impact they have on the local economy. Within an integrated approach By sourcing timber locally and partnering with nearby businesses, we generate employment opportunities and stimulate economic growth. Local sawmills and processors benefit from increased demand, leading to job creation and the circulation of income within the community. Additionally, the transportation costs associated with long-distance timber sourcing are significantly reduced, resulting in cost savings that can be passed on to our customers.
Decreased Cost of Home Construction and Manufacturing
Through our regional sawmill cooperatives, Redstones Timber Homes and Manufacturing effectively reduces the cost of home construction and manufacturing. By sourcing timber locally and streamlining the supply chain, we minimize transportation expenses and associated overheads. These savings translate into more competitive pricing for our timber homes and manufactured wood products, making them more accessible to a broader range of customers. As a result, individuals and families can achieve their dream of owning sustainable and high-quality timber homes without compromising on affordability.
Redstones Timber Homes & Manufacturing
Healthy Forests, Healthy Homes, Healthy Community
Redstones Timber Homes and Manufacturing is proud to champion regional sawmill cooperatives as a means to enhance the local economy and decrease the cost of home construction and manufacturing. By partnering with local milling and processing businesses, we create a sustainable solution that not only supports forest restoration efforts but also strengthens local communities, generates employment opportunities, and offers cost-effective options for our customers. Together, we can build a thriving economy and sustainable future, one timber home at a time.
