Construction
Lightweight structural timber for various building applications
Paulownia (Kiri)
The fastest-growing tree in the world. Lightweight, strong and CO2-absorbing.
The aluminium of timber
Paulownia, also known as the Kiri tree, is the fastest-growing tree in the world. In its first year, the tree can already reach several metres in height. The timber is prized for its exceptional combination of properties: lightweight (290 kg/m³) yet remarkably strong and durable.
The tree absorbs an impressive 30 tonnes of CO2 per hectare per year, making it an excellent choice for carbon credit generation. After 7–9 years, the first harvest takes place, after which the tree regrows from the stump.
Key figures
7-9 years
Harvest cycle30 tonnes
CO2/year/ha290 kg/m³
Density5 metres
Root depth€9,000
Revenue/haApplications
Furniture
Premium wood for high-quality furniture production
Maritime
Ideal for shipbuilding due to its light weight and durability
Interior design
Versatile for interior design and finishing applications
Calculate your yield
Calculate the potential yield of Paulownia on your land.
Calculate your revenue
10ha
Revenue€70.000euros per year
Wood5.800m³ wood per harvest
CO₂ captured300.000kg CO₂ per year
Results are indicative and non-binding.
Frequently asked questions
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