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The Forests for Tomorrow

NDP forests critic Norm Macdonald has said that the B.C. government is falling behind in its obligation to replant forest areas wiped out by beetle infestations and fire. He called on Forests Minister Pat Bell to listen to tree planting … Continue reading

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Forest Carbon Offsets Embraced by Business Industry

In a report published earlier this month by carbon market specialists Eco-securities European firms and carbon markets have warmed to the idea of forest carbon offsets and are already investing. Despite this there are still concerns over the environmental integrity … Continue reading

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Tax incentives necessary to propel American forestry

A recently published report by the Open Space Institute looks at evolving ownership patterns in the forests of American states Maine and New Hampshire, and argues the importance of tax incentives to strengthen the forestry industry. The 22-page report, “Forestland … Continue reading

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