Biomass company near Yosemite’s forests raises fear of more fires
Facilities that make wood pellets have a track record of catching on fire. So why are there plans to build several near Yosemite's tinderbox forests?
Tag: TREES
How 3 years of war have ravaged Ukraine’s forests, and the people who depend on them
Nearly 5 million acres of forests in Ukraine have burned since Russia’s latest invasion in 2022, ignited by rocket fire, artillery shelling, and explosive devices.
As Trump Comes After Research, Forest Service Scientists Keep Working
Forest Service Scientists describe how they’re preparing for the upcoming field season despite the challenges.
US-China tariff spat could raise risk of deforestation in Brazil
As tariffs escalate, Brazil could expand agricultural exports to China, but this may put increased pressure on forest areas.
On paper, forests in India are growing. In reality, they’re disappearing.
Forests of India are failing to appear in official records due to non-classification and legal loopholes, leading to fears over their protection.
The Global Trade in Illegal Amazon Timber
Nearly 3% of this timber was exported to U.S. and European companies, violating commercial rules forbidding illegal Amazon timber imports into those markets.
Biden administration axes controversial climate plan for old-growth forests
Forest advocates said the National Old Growth Amendment allowed too much logging, while the timber industry called it too restrictive.
