PHOENIX, Ill. (December, 2023) Sterling Structural a leading manufacturer of cost-effective, pre-fabricated mass timber and hybrid structural systems in North America, today announced

It has achieved certification under the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) Certified Sourcing Standard. This certification, issued by SCS Global Services, underscores Sterling’s commitment to responsible sourcing practices and environmental stewardship.

The SFI Certified Sourcing certification (SCS-SFI-CS-10027) covers Sterling’s procurement of wood fiber for the manufacture of cross-laminated timber (CLT) mats at its Phoenix, Illinois facility

“Achieving SFI^® Certified Sourcing certification is an important significant step forward in our mission to promote sustainable construction practices,” remarked Michaela Harms, Sr. Director of Mass Timber for Sterling Structural. “This commitment reinforces offering our customers not only top-quality, 100% domestic, beautiful, building materials but also the assurance that their projects are being built with environmental responsibility in mind.”

Beyond SFI^® certification, Sterling offers other benefits, including:

• 100% Domestic Timber Sourcing: The company utilizes a robust network of domestic suppliers, ensuring consistent and reliable access to high-quality timber while minimizing the environmental impact associated with long-distance transportation.
• Enhanced Logistics: Robust logistical infrastructure and streamlined processes enable efficient delivery of wood products to project sites, reducing delays and optimizing construction schedules.
• Sustainable Solution: With established EPD values and rigorous certifications including the Declare Red List Free status, Sterling is committed to leading efforts for a regenerative built environment.

For more information about Sterling Solutions and its commitment to sustainability, please visit www.sterlingsolutions.com.

About Sterling Solutions

Headquartered in Illinois, Sterling Solutions is America’s largest manufacturer of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) products. Made from sustainably sourced Southern Pine and manufactured domestically in Illinois and Texas, our TerraLam® CLT products are in use in hundreds of projects across the United States. Our Industrial Division provides complete turnkey CLT-based ground protection products and services to the transmission & distribution, renewables, civil and oil & gas markets. Our Structural Division provides a sustainable and affordable CLT option for multi-family housing, hotels, data centers and warehouses. Sterling is committed to developing our employees, providing best in class customer service and being a leader in environmental sustainability. More information is available at www.sterlingsolutions.com