EN 16449

EN 16449:2014 is a European standard titled:

"Wood and wood-based products – Calculation of the biogenic carbon content of wood and conversion to carbon dioxide."

🌿 Purpose of EN 16449

This standard provides a methodology to quantify the amount of atmospheric CO₂ stored in wood products based on their biogenic carbon content. It’s essential for:

• Carbon accounting in timber construction and wood product life cycle assessments.

• Supporting claims of carbon sequestration in ESG and sustainability reporting.

• Aligning with frameworks like the EU Taxonomy, IPCC guidelines, and CRCF.

🔍 Key Features

• Applies to solid wood and wood-based products.

• Converts biogenic carbon (non-fossil origin) into CO₂ equivalents.

• Supports standardized reporting across EU member states.

This standard is especially relevant for companies using timber in long-lived applications (e.g., buildings, furniture) and seeking to quantify their climate mitigation impact.

You can find the official document on UNI’s website or through GlobalSpec’s catalog.

Would you like help applying EN 16449 to a timber project or integrating it into ESG or carbon credit documentation?