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Release: New UN IPCC Report Confirms Vital Role of Forests

Scot Quaranda

Date Icon October 9, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, October 8CONTACT: Scot Quaranda, 828-242-3596, [email protected] New UN IPCC Report Confirms Vital Role of Forests as Essential Climate Change Solution Report…

The Anthropocene: A Time When Scientific Priorities and Religious Values Converged

Joseph Frankovic

Date Icon October 6, 2018

Faith and Forests is a special monthly series by Joseph Frankovic. In the series, Joseph will explore how his deep connection to spirituality and faith intersects…

Media Release: Forests Overlooked as Critical Climate Solution, #Stand4Forests Launched

Scot Quaranda

Date Icon September 24, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, September 24, 12:01 am Forests Overlooked as Essential Climate Change Solution, Say 200+ Elected Officials, Scientists & Organizations in New Platform…

Woods & Wilds: A Magical Night

Joseph Herbst

Date Icon September 14, 2018

We just had our 3rd annual Woods & Wilds, celebrating 22 years of forest defense, and every moment was woven into the magical fabric that…

Fraternity and Solidarity: Feel the Love and Receive the Gift

Joseph Frankovic

Date Icon September 1, 2018

Faith and Forests is a special monthly series by Joseph Frankovic. In the series, Joseph will explore how his deep connection to spirituality and faith intersects…

Release: Environmental Groups Applaud UK’s Decision to Stop Subsidizing New Wood Pellet Imports

Rita Frost

Date Icon August 31, 2018

Environmental campaigners applaud Government decision which effectively stops subsidies for burning imported wood in new power stationsGovernment urged to extend the same rule to biomass…

Swamps Get a Bad Rap

Adam Colette

Date Icon August 23, 2018

We’re tired of hearing folks in DC say, “Drain the swamps,” because swamps are actually really, really valuable. Our Southern wetland forests are worth $500…

The Forest Products Industry’s Destructive Climate Legacy

Adam Colette

Date Icon August 16, 2018

Southern forests are a crucial component in protecting our communities from the worst impacts of climate change and ensuring a safer world for future generations….

Press Release: Irish biomass plans for peat power stations “pose serious threats to our forests” US environmental groups warn

Rita Frost

Date Icon August 13, 2018

Irish biomass plans for peat power stations “pose serious threats to our forests” US environmental groups warn 33 US civil society groups submit Open Letter…

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