Episode 67: Think International (Airport) and Buy Local

Inside the Portland Airport Renovation: Sustainable Northwest Woods and Xena Forest ProductsIn this episode of the 'In the Woods' podcast, host Scott Leavengood from Oregon State University's Forestry and Natural Resources Extension Service dives into the recent renovations at Portland International Airport (PDX). Scott talks with Ryan Temple of Sustainable Northwest Woods and Ben Deunling of Xena Forest Products, two key figures in Oregon's forest products industry. They discuss the logistics, challenges, and stories behind sourcing and implementing local, sustainable wood products for the airport renovation. Learn about the specifics of sourcing from local forests, dealing with supply chain issues during a pandemic, and the importance of promoting diverse species for forest resilience.For more information and resources concerning this episode and more, go to inthewoodspodcast.com.00:00 Introduction to In the Woods Podcast00:56 Meet Ryan Temple: Sustainable Northwest Wood01:35 Ryan Temple's Journey and Sustainable Practices04:36 Meet Ben Deunling: Xena Forest Products05:13 Ben Deunling's Journey and Innovative Products08:31 The Portland Airport Renovation Project19:54 Challenges and Innovations in Wood Flooring23:07 Scaling Up: Building the Facility23:48 Challenges in Timing, Segregation, and Pricing28:18 Partnerships and Coordination28:36 Feedback and Future Projects32:44 Lessons Learned and Reflections35:39 Lightning Round: Favorite Tree Species39:30 Resources and Final Thoughts