Unveiling Truths: The SAB Center’s Documentary Series

Welcome to the heart of the SAB Center’s mission – a groundbreaking documentary series that goes beyond the surface to expose the intricate relationships between forestry, affordable housing, and the broader socio-economic landscape. Our documentaries serve as a powerful tool to raise awareness, educate, and inspire change.

Roots of Hardwood Crisis

Delve into the origins of the American hardwood crisis. Uncover the factors contributing to the decline, from the challenges of processing and drying wood to the absence of sustainable market trends. Join us on a journey through time, exploring the specificities of hardwoods and their impact on poverty.

International Influences

Explore the role of global entities, such as Asian and European markets, in shaping the American wood industry. Discover how foreign influences affect prices, contributing to the challenges faced by the domestic hardwood sector. Gain insights into the impact of the energy sector on wood industries and the intricate connections between global politics and forestry.

The Role of Housing in Social Development

Unravel the connection between the housing crisis and hardwood deficits in the United States. Examine how housing quality influences societal progress and the struggles faced by impoverished areas. Dive deep into the challenges of housing in economically disadvantaged regions and the political agenda impacting both the hardwood economy and affordable housing.

Challenges faced with US Consulting Firms

Get an insider’s perspective on the pivotal role of major US consulting firms in the hardwood industry. Understand how these firms leverage wood in negotiations with other economies and the resulting impact on the forestry sectors. Uncover the complexities of bargaining power and its implications for the decline in the hardwood industry.

Affordable Housing: A Distorted View

Challenge preconceived notions about affordable housing as we debunk misconceptions. Examine how the term “affordable” has been manipulated and abused, influencing public perception negatively. Our goal is to rectify this distorted view and highlight the engineered economic value of affordable housing.

Innovation and Sustainable Solutions

Witness the SAB Center’s innovative approach to addressing the challenges highlighted in our documentaries. Follow our journey in developing solutions that utilize American hardwood in sustainable, affordable housing designs. Gain insights into our research process, prototyping methods, and the importance of adhering to ISO 26000 standards on social responsibility.

Join us in this eye-opening series as we shed light on the complexities of the American hardwood crisis and its far-reaching implications on society. Together, let’s embark on a journey of discovery, understanding, and advocacy for positive change.

Support Our Mission:

If you believe in our cause and want to contribute to positive change, consider donating to the SAB Center. Your support will help us continue our research, produce more documentaries, and drive innovation for sustainable solutions. Visit our website to make a donation or explore sponsorship opportunities. Together, we can make a difference.

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  Seed funding flyer

  02-09-2024

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  Purpose of the documentaries

  02-10-2024