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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

See Earth's Forests as Never Before in Biomass Satellite's First Images

The European Space Agency's Biomass satellite, launched recently, employs advanced radar technologies to analyze forests and ecosystems, showcasing capabilities to assess Earth's woody biomass and track ecological changes.
Science
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
1 month ago

ESA's umbrella-shaped biomass satellite captures first images of earth's forests from space

ESA's Biomass satellite captures its first images of Earth’s forests, revealing insights into carbon storage crucial for climate change monitoring.
Europe news
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1 month ago

Tree Planting Was Supposed to Be a Climate Change Solution. It Could Be Making Things Worse

Carbon markets may worsen climate change by increasing wildfire risks, emitting greenhouse gases.
Recent wildfires challenge the effectiveness of forest preservation in combating climate change.
fromNature
2 months ago

The forest space age needs eyes on the ground

This year, space agencies are launching US$2 billion worth of satellite radars to measure Earth's forests, marking a significant advancement in international collaborative efforts against climate change.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Koalas face death, attacks and starvation as blue gums chopped down in Victoria

Blue gum logging in Victoria displaces thousands of koalas annually, worsening overcrowding and fire risk.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

If illegal logging starts again, Liberia could lose more than its beloved pygmy hippos | Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

It is sad when a ruthless military dictator funds his government by destroying ecologically important rainforest, logging tropical trees and displacing and robbing the people who live in and depend on the forests.
Europe politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Philp: Is there common ground for Gavin Newsom, Trump on forestry? Timber!

Governor Newsom's plan for fire protection aligns with President Trump's lumber goals, but practical implementation is hindered by staffing and management issues.
OMG science
fromTNW | Sustainability
3 months ago

Giant radar 'umbrella' launches into space on mission to transform climate science

The ESA's Biomass satellite aims to revolutionize carbon tracking in forests with its innovative P-band radar technology.
OMG science
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

Satellite launches with mission to 'weigh' the world's forests

The Biomass mission aims to map the world's forests to study carbon storage and changes due to climate change and deforestation.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Italy's appetite for wood fuels Albanian forest crisis DW 04/29/2025

Albania faces severe forest loss, prompting a ten-year moratorium on commercial logging to protect remaining wooded areas.
Environment
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Trees Are Speaking, on Earth Day and Every Day

Resetting our relationship with forests is essential for ecological survival.
Nature should be revered, not commodified, emphasizing respect and reciprocity.
Caring for forests results in caring for ourselves.
fromwww.cnbc.com
4 months ago

I'm a forester on public land and made $92,000 in 2024

Sarah Myers earns $92,100 in 2024 as a federal forester focusing on sustainable forest management.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

The Guardian view on new forests: a vision born in the Midlands is worth imitating | Editorial

The rare Bechstein's bat and other species are expected to benefit from the new western forest project, which the government has committed 7.5 million to support.
UK politics
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

New forest to be created in west of England, with 20m trees planted by 2050

The Western Forest project aims to plant 20 million trees by 2050 to enhance biodiversity and combat climate change.
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fromIndependent
4 months ago
UK politics

Michael Healy-Rae: 'I have an acute understanding of what it's like to deal with the problems. I'm an employer myself, I've paid people every Friday since I was 19'

fromIndependent
4 months ago
UK politics

Michael Healy-Rae: 'I can't guarantee 8,000ha of forestry will be planted every year - but I will do my best to promote it'

fromIndependent
4 months ago
UK politics

Michael Healy-Rae: 'I have an acute understanding of what it's like to deal with the problems. I'm an employer myself, I've paid people every Friday since I was 19'

fromIndependent
4 months ago
UK politics

Michael Healy-Rae: 'I can't guarantee 8,000ha of forestry will be planted every year - but I will do my best to promote it'

fromTruthout
9 months ago

Protests Grow as Corporate-Backed Biomass Projects Threaten Forests and Communities

"The title of the event has changed, but the conference has not. At its root this is a capitalist event, and the so-called climate solutions being promoted here are Wall Street backed and funded," stated Brenna Bell, highlighting concerns with corporate-driven environmental strategies.
Left-wing politics
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