Canada needs a climate-emergency response team

[ArmyRick]

But didn't trudeau promise to plant 2 billion trees?

Such a starbuck sipping, urban rich boy, education paid for by daddy mentality for Trudeau.

Simply planting trees is not an answer. And in some cases can cause damage not help.

Planting trees needs to be done in context.

Sleeping is healthy. Very healthy. But we don't sleep while we drive our car down a highway, correct? Or while we are at work (hopefully)

In context.

There are places to plant the right trees and in the right mixes and densities.

 

[Remius]

We need more Lumber.

And here I thought you two were fighting…

 

[ArmyRick]

And here I thought you two were fighting…

Well we need the stiff wooden kind to build homes.

And we need the one I have it out with because without an opposing view, things are not kept in check. I need people (even ones I view with WTF views to keep me grounded and make me check my own views constantly)

 

[ArmyRick]

And here I thought you two were fighting…

Just to be clear, even people with opposing views, we need to hear each other. When we silence one another, we tread into dangerous territory.

I will challenge people on their views and please do, challenge me on my views. Hell, call me a jackass if it makes you feel better.

Checks and balances.

 

[Maxman1]

Mmmm, lemme see. We need more lumber. Always do. Forest everywhere are way overgrown. Yes, trust me they are. Heavy fuel loads. We need more Lumber. Too many trees in many places. We need more lumber. Umm, is there a preventable solution here that works for everyone and maybe stimulates some economic activity? Of course not.

 

[Good2Golf]

But didn't trudeau promise to plant 2 billion trees?

NRC and Agriculture Canada are working to develop a carbon-free tree…Stby on the 2,000,000,000 trees to come once the technology gets worked out.

 

[daftandbarmy]

NRC and Agriculture Canada are working to develop a carbon-free tree…Stby on the 2,000,000,000 trees to come once the technology gets worked out.

 

[FSTO]

We`d be better at re-establishing the Prairies/Great Plains/Steppe/Pampas/etc around the world as they are much better carbon sinks than the forests. And when the prairie burns the roots and soil that stores the majority of the carbon are not effected and the grass grows back much faster than the forest.

 

[Brad Sallows]

Shouldn't have much trouble re-establishing cleared areas if the war against energy continues; there'll be more people forced to resort to slash-and-burn agriculture wherever nutrients deplete (fertilizers being one of the things produced with energy).

 

[ArmyRick]

We`d be better at re-establishing the Prairies/Great Plains/Steppe/Pampas/etc around the world as they are much better carbon sinks than the forests. And when the prairie burns the roots and soil that stores the majority of the carbon are not effected and the grass grows back much faster than the forest.

Damn straight

 

[daftandbarmy]

We`d be better at re-establishing the Prairies/Great Plains/Steppe/Pampas/etc around the world as they are much better carbon sinks than the forests. And when the prairie burns the roots and soil that stores the majority of the carbon are not effected and the grass grows back much faster than the forest.

Welcome to the re-emergence of the Boreal Savannah....

https://www.cbc.ca/news/climate/canada-forests-wildfires-changes-in-trees-1.6874731

 

[Fishbone Jones]

Plant hemp. You can make almost anything from it.

List of hemp products - Wikipedia

en.m.wikipedia.org

Suppose to be a better carbon sink that trees also.

 

[OldSolduer]

We`d be better at re-establishing the Prairies/Great Plains/Steppe/Pampas/etc around the world as they are much better carbon sinks than the forests. And when the prairie burns the roots and soil that stores the majority of the carbon are not effected and the grass grows back much faster than the forest.

Good point - and the cultivation of the Great Plains in the early 20th century contributed to the Dust Bowl in the 1930s.

 

[SeaKingTacco]

Good point - and the cultivation of the Great Plains in the early 20th century contributed to the Dust Bowl in the 1930s.

Poor farming practices on the Great Plains contributed to the Dust Bowl…

 

[RangerRay]

Most provinces, even though they mandate that areas logged must be replanted, have a huge backlog in planting. Not sure where Trudeau is going to find the extra planters, contracting companies, and nursery stock.

He probably made that promise so that annoying Swedish girl would leave him alone.

 

[Quirky]

Shouldn't have much trouble re-establishing cleared areas if the war against energy continues; there'll be more people forced to resort to slash-and-burn agriculture wherever nutrients deplete (fertilizers being one of the things produced with energy).

People will start turning to wood burning furnaces if the cost of heating goes up.

Wood furnaces | Heatmax II Furnace

The Heatmax II is perfect for heating up to 2,500 ft² - 21" logs - 4 speed blower and adjustable plenum included - Made in Canada.

www.drolet.ca

 

[daftandbarmy]

People will start turning to wood burning furnaces if the cost of heating goes up.

Wood furnaces | Heatmax II Furnace

The Heatmax II is perfect for heating up to 2,500 ft² - 21" logs - 4 speed blower and adjustable plenum included - Made in Canada.

www.drolet.ca

Canada is #3 in the world in the production of wood pellets, an almost $10B sector that is growing fast year over year, FYI:

Wood Pellet Market Size Will Surpass $12.4 Billion by 2030 at 5.8% CAGR Growth | Vantage Market Research​

According to Vantage Market Research, one of the key factors affecting the expansion of the Wood Pellet market is the growing need for renewable and sustainable energy sources. More customers are looking for alternatives to conventional fossil fuels as worries about climate change and environmental sustainability continue to rise. Because they are renewable, carbon-neutral, and produce fewer greenhouse emissions than fossil fuels, Wood Pellets, created from compressed sawdust and other waste wood components, are desirable. A popular option for household and commercial heating systems, Wood Pellet stoves and boilers also become increasingly effective and affordable. As a result, the Wood Pellet industry is expected to expand in the upcoming years.

We forecast that the residential sector will account for more than 45% of all sales by 2030. This is because adopting renewable energy sources to heat houses and reduce carbon emissions is becoming increasingly popular. Wood Pellets provide homes with a cheap and sustainable answer in light of rising fossil fuel prices and the need to lessen reliance on non-renewable energy sources. Additionally, Wood Pellets are a popular option for household heating since they are simple to use and store. Additionally, it is anticipated that government policies and programs supporting renewable energy sources would increase demand for Wood Pellets in the residential sector.

Wood Pellet Market Size Will Surpass $12.4 Billion by 2030 at 5.8% CAGR Growth | Vantage Market Research

WASHINGTON, July 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Global Wood Pellet Market accounted for USD 8.4 Billion in 2022 and is expected to have USD 12.4 Billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 5.8% over the forecast period of 2023-2030. The Wood Pellet market is one of the fastest-growing markets economically...

ca.finance.yahoo.com

 

[Quirky]

Also great alternative to kitty litter.

 

[suffolkowner]

NRC and Agriculture Canada are working to develop a carbon-free tree…Stby on the 2,000,000,000 trees to come once the technology gets worked out.

I dont know if this is a joke or not due to the topic or the nature of the govt

Canada is #3 in the world in the production of wood pellets, an almost $10B sector that is growing fast year over year, FYI:

Wood Pellet Market Size Will Surpass $12.4 Billion by 2030 at 5.8% CAGR Growth | Vantage Market Research​

According to Vantage Market Research, one of the key factors affecting the expansion of the Wood Pellet market is the growing need for renewable and sustainable energy sources. More customers are looking for alternatives to conventional fossil fuels as worries about climate change and environmental sustainability continue to rise. Because they are renewable, carbon-neutral, and produce fewer greenhouse emissions than fossil fuels, Wood Pellets, created from compressed sawdust and other waste wood components, are desirable. A popular option for household and commercial heating systems, Wood Pellet stoves and boilers also become increasingly effective and affordable. As a result, the Wood Pellet industry is expected to expand in the upcoming years.

We forecast that the residential sector will account for more than 45% of all sales by 2030. This is because adopting renewable energy sources to heat houses and reduce carbon emissions is becoming increasingly popular. Wood Pellets provide homes with a cheap and sustainable answer in light of rising fossil fuel prices and the need to lessen reliance on non-renewable energy sources. Additionally, Wood Pellets are a popular option for household heating since they are simple to use and store. Additionally, it is anticipated that government policies and programs supporting renewable energy sources would increase demand for Wood Pellets in the residential sector.

Wood Pellet Market Size Will Surpass $12.4 Billion by 2030 at 5.8% CAGR Growth | Vantage Market Research

WASHINGTON, July 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Global Wood Pellet Market accounted for USD 8.4 Billion in 2022 and is expected to have USD 12.4 Billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 5.8% over the forecast period of 2023-2030. The Wood Pellet market is one of the fastest-growing markets economically...

ca.finance.yahoo.com

Better split wood IMO pellets will be tracked and taxed

Also great alternative to kitty litter.

how do you use it?

 

[Rifleman62]

Stopped using paper (grocery) bags to save the forest. Stopped using plastic (grocery) bags to save the planet via killing the forest.