EPDs for Mass Timber in Europe: The Data‑Backed Guide
The 2026 snapshot for mass timber, CLT, glulam, and LVL EPDs in Europe, with who is publishing, which PCRs dominate, and what expires next. All figures reflect the public registry architects rely on. Some late‑2025 publications may still be loading, so treat 2025 counts as provisional.
What counts as “mass timber” here
Mass timber in this guide covers structural engineered wood like cross‑laminated timber, glued laminated timber, laminated veneer lumber, and closely adjacent building wood systems. If your catalog reads CLT, glulam, LVL or structural wood panels, you are in scope.
As of Jan 20, 2026, the five‑year view in Europe shows 26 currently valid EPDs from 14 manufacturers and 4 program operators. The latest publication we see is LIGNOLOC Wooden Nail on Dec 20, 2024 by RAIMUND BECK NAGELTECHNIK GMBH under IBU, expiring Dec 20, 2029.
The release curve since 2021
The cadence tells you when peers are investing and where backlogs may hide.
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 0 |
2021 led the pack with a surge, followed by steadier output in 2023 and 2024. Zero visible for 2025 likely signals upload lag, not a market freeze, so treat 2025 as a soft number while operators finalize postings.
Who is publishing these EPDs
Fourteen manufacturers carried the 26 EPDs. Leaders by count are L.A. COST srl and Moelven with 4 each, followed by HASSLACHER Holding with 3. Stora Enso, XLAM Dolomiti, Holzwerke Ladenburger, and Holzwerk Gebr. Schneider each show 2. A long tail, including KLH Massivholz, Schilliger Holz, UAB JŪRĖS MEDIS, FINSA, and others, contributes single declarations.
This spread matters. Buyers see multiple regional brands with product‑specific EPDs, so you are competing head‑to‑head on comparable disclosures, not just marketing promises.
Program operators in play
Operator choice shapes review timelines, formatting, and how easily specifiers find you.
- EPD International AB accounts for 12 EPDs across 7 manufacturers, which shows broad adoption by competitors and good cross‑country reach.
- IBU covers 9 EPDs across 5 manufacturers, a strong footprint for solid wood in Central Europe.
- EPD Norway lists 4 EPDs across just 1 manufacturer, which points to concentration with a single player rather than sector‑wide uptake.
- AFNOR Groupe appears once with 1 EPD and 1 manufacturer.
If your competitors cluster under a given operator, matching that venue can improve comparability and discoverability. A good partner will be operator agnostic and publish where your category already lives.
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The PCR playbook most mass timber EPDs follow
We count 14 distinct PCRs used across the set. Several labels below refer to the same c‑PCR family as listed by different operator catalogs, which is why the table shows more line items than distinct rules. Use this to triangulate the best fit for your next EPD and to time renewals smartly.
| PCR label (as listed) | EPDs | Latest expiry |
|---|---|---|
| NPCR 015 Part B for Wood and wood‑based products for use in construction | 4 | Jan 2, 2029 |
| Part B: EPD requirements for solid wood products | 4 | Apr 4, 2029 |
| c‑PCR‑006 Wood and wood‑based products for use in construction (EN 16485) | 3 | Sep 7, 2026 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804:A2) 1.2.5 | 2 | Dec 13, 2026 |
| PCR 2019:14‑c‑PCR‑006 Being updated, Wood and wood‑based products (EN 16485) | 2 | Oct 6, 2028 |
| Unknown PCR | 2 | Dec 20, 2029 |
| EN 15804:2012+A2:2019 core rules | 1 | Aug 2, 2026 |
| PCR 2012:01 Construction products and services (EN 15804:A1) | 1 | Sep 7, 2026 |
| PCR 2012:01‑Sub‑PCR‑E Wood and wood‑based products (EN 16485) | 1 | Jun 29, 2028 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804+A2) 1.3.3 | 1 | Sep 20, 2028 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804:A2) | 1 | Oct 31, 2027 |
| PCR 2019:14‑c‑PCR‑005 Thermal Insulation products (EN 16783) | 1 | Dec 10, 2026 |
| PCR EPD Norway EN15804 | 1 | Apr 7, 2026 |
| Part B: Requirements on the EPD for Solid wood products | 1 | Aug 2, 2026 |
| Sub‑PCR‑E Wood and wood‑based products (EN 16485) | 1 | Sep 7, 2026 |
Two patterns pop. First, EN 16485‑aligned wood PCRs dominate, which keeps structural wood EPDs comparable across brands. Second, a visible share still sits on 2019 and 2012 families that will force methodology jumps at renewal, so plan enough runway for A2 modeling alignment.
Expiry watch for 2026 to 2029
Renewals are strategy moments. They are also opportunities to broaden coverage and improve numbers with fresher plant data.
- 2026 shows 11 expiries, with clusters under c‑PCR‑006, Sub‑PCR‑E, and EPD Norway EN15804. Key dates span Apr 7, Aug 2, Sep 7, Dec 10, and Dec 13.
- 2027 has 4 expiries, including NPCR 015 and two solid‑wood Part B items on Sep 26.
- 2028 brings 6 expiries, anchored by EN 16485 updates on Jun 29, Sep 20, and Oct 6.
- 2029 has 5 expiries, including two “Unknown PCR” listings on Mar 7 and Dec 20 that still look fine for sales pipelines today.
EPDs are typically valid for five years, so teams with 2026 expiries should start data refresh now, not next quarter, to avoid a visibility gap in the registries (ISO 14025, 2022).
How often teams use EPD consultants
Out of 26 EPDs, 19 were created with an external EPD consultant or service provider. That is common in mass timber, where product lines are complex and facilities are spread across countries. If you are choosing a partner, prioritize fast data collection from your ERP, energy, and procurement systems, clear PCR guidance, and operator fluency. Parq is one example of a service provider that focuses on speed and completeness.
Program operator takeaways for first‑timers
If you are publishing your first CLT, glulam, or LVL EPD in Europe, the operator short list is simple. EPD International AB and IBU cover most of what your competitors publish. EPD Norway and AFNOR appear in narrower slices. Pick where your peers already sit, then confirm the matching Part B or c‑PCR and the verification path your notified body prefers. That choice trims rounds of questions and can shorten review time.
Notably absent or out‑of‑date manufacturers
Binderholz is a large European mass timber producer. As of Jan 20, 2026 we do not see any active EPDs for binderholz GmbH in the public registry, although six older ones appear as expired. That can mean renewals are in progress, or declarations live under adjacent categories. If you compete with Binderholz, this might be an opening to win specs while your declarations are current.
We checked for Mayr‑Melnhof Holz and did not find a clear match under common spellings in the registry view used for this article. That absence could be naming or categorization, so treat it cautiously rather than as a hard fact.
What to do in 2026 if you sell mass timber
Here is a simple sequencing that works for most teams.
- Map your competitive set by operator and PCR using the table above, then pick the same Part B or c‑PCR unless there is a strong reason not to.
- If any of your EPDs expire in 2026, lock a renewal plan this quarter and gather 2024 or 2025 reference‑year data now. Aim to widen scope to your top‑selling SKUs while you are at it.
- If you have no EPD yet, start with a single high‑volume product line, then scale across the family after the first approval. The first one is the heavy lift, the rest go faster.
This is not theory, it is how specs get won in public and private tenders across the EU today.
Bring it together for 2026
The European mass timber EPD landscape is active, diverse, and definetly moving toward EN 16485‑aligned rules with steady operator concentration around EPD International AB and IBU. Eleven expiries in 2026 set up a meaningful renewal wave. Use that wave to level up method alignment, expand coverage, and tighten your narrative for LEED v5 buyers.
A quick note on data coverage. This analysis relies on the global public registry most architects and specifiers use. Some EPDs issued in late 2025 may not have fully loaded yet, so treat those counts as in‑flight rather than missing. If you want the underlying dataset, trends by operator, or a tailored PCR fit check for your next declaration, connect with me on LinkedIn and send a short message. I am happy to share the up‑to‑date files and hop on a quick call to help you decide the best path, free of charge.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many currently valid mass timber EPDs did Europe have in the last five years and how many manufacturers published them
26 EPDs across 14 manufacturers, based on the public registry view summarized here.
Which program operators handled most mass timber EPDs in Europe in the last five years
EPD International AB led with 12 EPDs across 7 manufacturers, followed by IBU with 9 across 5 manufacturers. EPD Norway had 4 across 1 manufacturer and AFNOR had 1 across 1 manufacturer.
Which PCRs appear most often for European mass timber EPDs and what expiries should I watch
EN 16485‑aligned c‑PCRs and Part B rules dominate. Eleven EPDs expire in 2026, four in 2027, six in 2028, and five in 2029. Prioritize renewals around Apr 7, Aug 2, Sep 7, Dec 10, and Dec 13 in 2026.
Do most mass timber manufacturers create EPDs in‑house or use consultants
External partners are common. 19 of 26 EPDs were produced with an EPD consultant or service provider.
What should a first‑time publisher do in 2026 to get an EPD to market quickly
Match your operator and PCR to the competitive norm, gather 2024 or 2025 reference‑year data now, and start with your highest‑volume product line. Renewals typically occur every five years, so plan ahead (ISO 14025, 2022).
About the Author
With a passion for sustainability and a love for complex data, Toby helps manufacturers efficiently collect data from across their organization and get their EPDs done right. He’s especially interested in how AI can support human expertise, helping R&D and factory teams work faster, smarter, and with less friction.
