CORRIM conducts and manages research on the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) research on the environmental impacts
of production, use, and disposal of forest products. A nonprofit research corporation was established in 1997 with a voting board of directors representing independent research institutions. A comprehensive research plan and methodology was implemented in 1998.

CORRIM’s research is focused on two objectives: 1) to develop a database and modeling system for environmental performance measurements associated with materials use and, 2) to respond to specific questions and issues related to environmental performance and the cost effectiveness of alternative management and technology strategies. This database and information source will enable decision-makers to make consistent comparisons and systematically characterize the options for improving environmental performance.