This online talk coincides with The Timber Trade Federation’s Conversations on Climate Change exhibition, which showcases the work of six architects and designers that highlights the environmental benefits of responsibly sourced, tropical hardwoods.

Timber Trade Federation CEO David Hopkins and Dezeen editor-in-chief Marcus Fairs discuss the exhibition, which is held at London's Building Centre.

The talk also explores the European Union's Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade (FLEGT) action plan to ensure the legal logging and trade of tropical timber and promote its use among stakeholders including architects and designers.

Read more about the competition and exhibition on Dezeen ›

Watch the live-stream on Dezeen ›

Dezeen x Timber Trade Federation talk takes place online on 11 March 2021 at 3:00 pm GMT.