New research on how trees respond to climate change in the western US found that “young limber pines are leapfrogging their cousins and taking over the higher ground”. Climate and higher ground were also driving the decision to build a 12 storey wood residence in Paris “to contribute to the fight against climate change and promote biodiversity in urban settings”.
Wildfire management news includes an opinion piece by AFPA’s Paul Whittaker, “we can’t let our guard down on forest management”; BC’s Cariboo District is hosting wildfire consultation meetings; Washington State released its plan to reduce fire risks; and House Republicans are targeting environmental rules that facilitate more forest-thinning.
In Business news:
- The economic prospects of Vancouver Island are looking pretty good
- ‘Plywood on steroids’ holds great potential for Oregon economy, environment
Finally, do sasquatch exist? A Bigfoot researcher says he has proof they do, and he claims logging may have caused them to disappear in BC’s Kootenay region.
— Kelly McCloskey, Tree Frog Editor