--- title: "Sustainable Development | Genuine Wood Siding | Sidex" description: "Unlike synthetic siding materials, Sidex's genuine wood siding requires less energy over its entire life cycle, from design to disposal." url: https://www.groupesidex.com/en/sustainable-development/ lang: en-CA publisher: "Groupe Sidex" publisher_type: HomeAndConstructionBusiness, Organization publisher_url: https://www.groupesidex.com publisher_address: "90 Rue Pomerleau, Magog, QC, J1X 5T5, CA" publisher_phone: "+1 819-843-6286" publisher_email: info@groupesidex.com --- # Sustainable Development ## Choosing genuine wood helps reduce your building’s carbon footprint Unlike synthetic siding materials, wood requires less energy over its entire life cycle, from design to disposal. In addition, it acts as a natural carbon sink, helping to reduce CO2 emissions associated with the construction or renovation of your property. [Discover our inspirations](https://www.groupesidex.com/en/projects/) ![logo sidex white bounce](https://www.groupesidex.com/wp-content/uploads/logo-sidex-blanc-bounce.svg) ![leaf green](https://www.groupesidex.com/wp-content/uploads/feuille-verte.svg) tons of CO2 emissions avoided since 2006 thanks to the choice of SIDEX genuine wood siding ![leaf green](https://www.groupesidex.com/wp-content/uploads/feuille-verte.svg) 0 tons of CO₂ emissions avoided this year by choosing genuine SIDEX wood siding. ![leaf green](https://www.groupesidex.com/wp-content/uploads/feuille-verte.svg) 0 tons of CO2 emissions avoided this week thanks to the choice of SIDEX genuine wood siding #### One ton of CO2 is equivalent to... A car that can travel 4,500 km 10 round-trip flights between Montreal and Toronto (per passenger) ## Measure your impact ### Measure the impact of choosing genuine wood flooring for your building Area in square feetReal impact [Talk to an expert](https://www.groupesidex.com/en/contact/) ### Canadian wood siding #### Canadian Supply All of our wood species (red cedar, white cedar, spruce, and white pine) are sourced exclusively in Canada. When you choose SIDEX siding, you’re choosing a sustainable material from responsibly managed forests. It’s a way to build with authenticity, quality, and local pride! ![durabilite sidex 01](https://www.groupesidex.com/wp-content/uploads/durabilite-sidex-01.webp) ### Wood Siding Manufacturer #### The Life Cycle of Genuine Wood Wood stands apart from other cladding materials due to its low embodied energy throughout its entire life cycle, from manufacturing to end-of-life. In addition, wood naturally stores carbon throughout its life cycle, helping to reduce CO₂ emissions associated with the construction and renovation sectors. Life cycle assessment results are clear: wood generates significantly fewer greenhouse gas emissions than alternative materials such as vinyl, fiber cement, brick, or steel. ![cycle vie sidex](https://www.groupesidex.com/wp-content/uploads/cycle-vie-en-sidex.webp) Let's get startedTogether, we'll make the perfect team to create the project of your dreams. Our team can help you realize your projects. Talk to our experts today. 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