Environmental Issues
Letter to the Editor: Clarifying Carbon Markets for Forest Management
I would like to compliment Pallet Enterprise for its initiative in publishing Matthew Harrison’s article, ‘Carbon Trading Adds Value...
Read moreGreen Building Proposals Would Include More Forest Certification Programs: Opposition to Genetics a Concern for Forestry Industry
Earlier this year, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) finalized plans to seek accreditation for its National Green...
Read moreThe Sensible Environmentalist: Focus on Old Growth Misses the Mark
Dear Dr. Moore: How do I know if my deck comes from an old growth forest? Wood products are not...
Read moreThe Sensible Environmentalist: Use Wood to Reduce Greenhouse Gases
Dear Dr. Moore: What can I do to help address the problem of climate change? The most important thing is...
Read moreThe Sensible Environmentalist: Wood Fiber Best Choice to Make Paper
Dear Dr. Moore: Many environmental groups promote the use of hemp for making paper. Is this a good idea? In...
Read moreThe Sensible Environmentalist: It?s Time to Boycott the Boycotts
Dear Dr. Moore: Do you support boycotts as a way to force environmental gains? I used to, but I’ve come...
Read moreThe Sensible Environmentalist: Treated Wood Is Safe, Very Effective
Dear Dr. Moore: I love the look of a wood deck, but I need something that resists moisture and termites....
Read moreOwl Be Damned
In January the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service published a call for proposals for development of a recovery plan for...
Read moreMaking Sense Out of Environmental Policy: Interview with Dr. Patrick Moore, Part 1
One of the most refreshing voices speaking out on environmental issues today is Dr. Patrick Moore, a respected ecologist...
Read moreDoes Logging Impact Biodiversity?
Dear Dr. Moore: Does logging have a long-term impact on biodiversity?When people think of biodiversity they usually think of species...
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