We were heartbroken to hear about the devastating fire at Camp Small, a beacon of sustainability in Baltimore and a model for cities nationwide. Camp Small is more than a wood recycling program, it’s a symbol of what’s possible when we rethink waste as a resource. Programs like this turn fallen trees into valuable products like mulch, firewood, and premium lumber (or what we know as Carbon Smart Wood™), saving cities money, creating local jobs, and supporting urban sustainability. At Cambium, we’ve worked closely with operations like Camp Small because they show how circular systems can transform urban wood waste into materials that are good for people, cities, and the planet. Events like this fire remind us why these efforts are critical for environmental sustainability and in building resilience in our communities. As the City of Baltimore begins the road to recovery for Camp Small, we are here to support and to continue to advocate for the innovative work that makes our cities stronger and more sustainable. Baltimore City Recreation & Parks Baltimore City Office of Sustainability https://lnkd.in/eF6mUrTZ
I'd be happy to participate in any effort the city would take to reimagine how to manage Camp Small and the city's "waste" wood, together with my colleagues at Carbon Lockdown and University of Maryland's Fire Protection Department and AOSC. Theo Hooker Shuna Ni
Any update on Camp Small?
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2wTerrible news. Shaun and the Camp Small team have put so much into making this a model for urban wood recycling that has inspired several other projects around the country. Initial reports say the facilities are ok, which is at least a positive from everything.