Skateboarding for sustainability paid SAP
As demand for skateboards increases, so does the demand for maple, and, with an estimated 100,000 boards being produced a month, skateboard production has become a major contributor to maple deforestation.Did you know skateboarding will be an Olympic sport for the first time in Tokyo 2020?
Skateboards have come a long way since they were invented by surfers in California in the late 40’s who were looking for a way to entertain themselves when seas were calm. According to a report by Grand View Research, Inc., the global skateboard market is expected to reach $2.4 billion by 2025. Global exposure at the Olympics will certainly expand the market.One thing that hasn’t changed much over time, is how boards are made, which has remained relatively unchanged since the 90s.
Due to the cold and humid air in which they grow, the Canadian maple trees grow slowly and produce wood that is strong yet flexible and difficult to break - perfect for skateboards. Each skateboard deck is made of seven layers of veneers, but only the lower part of the tree can be used for the production.
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