Supporting innovation
Last updated on September 18, 2026The Province supports forest sector innovation by advancing bioeconomy opportunities, supporting value added wood manufacturing, fostering partnerships with First Nations, industry and researchers and helping communities and businesses thrive while stewarding forest resources responsibly.
Today wood fibre is converted into electricity, fuels, plastics, solvents and lubricants. Forest biomass is being explored as an alternative to fossil fuels. Work is being done to take advantage of new and existing markets by establishing a more diverse bioeconomy in B.C.
British Columbia is a leader in the development of innovative wood products and construction techniques.
Wood First Initiative
Learn about how British Columbia is advancing the use of wood through innovation with the Wood First Initiative
Value-Added Sector Growth and Innovation
Value‑added wood manufacturing is central to sustaining, diversifying, and growing B.C.’s forest sector.
Forest Bioeconomy
Learn how forest bioeconomy uses sustainably managed forest material to make bioproducts including consumer goods and industrial products.