AJC Column: Family forests critical to emissions reductions
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently held public hearings in Atlanta on the agency’s proposal to curb power plant carbon dioxide emissions. Continue reading
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Landowners, Timber Harvesters Crowd Meriwether Commission Work Session
More than sixty timberland owners, wood dealers and loggers overflowed into the lobby of the Meriwether County Commission’s Boardroom where timber harvesting, road damage and unreported harvests were the topics du jour. Continue reading
LaHood to Legislators: “Get a Litte Courage”
Former U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood urged Georgia lawmakers Tuesday to “get a little courage” and raise the state’s motor fuel tax. Continue reading
Market-Wired: Canfor Purchases Mills From Balfour/Beadles Lumber
Canfor Corporation (TSX:CFP) is pleased to announce the purchase of the operating assets of Balfour Lumber Company and Beadles Lumber Company. Continue reading
Growing Georgia: Southern Timber Could Hit New High by 2017
In an economy that has been as unpredictable as the World Cup, a classic contender may become the reigning champion. Given current conditions in both the U.S. and overseas, the next 10 years could very well be the “decade of forestry.” Continue reading
Forest Landowners Association: Did you know the Northern Long Eared Bat’s critical habitat covers 39 States?
The Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed to list the Northern Long-Eared bat (NLEB) as an endangered species protected under the Endangered Species Act. Continue reading
Potential Positive Biomass Implications in EPA’s CO2 Reduction Proposal
On June 2, 2014, the U.S. Environmental Protection Administration (EPA) unveiled a proposed plan to cut carbon dioxide emissions from power plants by 30% by 2030, when compared to 2005 emissions. Continue reading
Forest Business Network: Canadian land ruling could impact lumber market as much as pine beetle
A Supreme Court of Canada ruling on aboriginal land could eventually have as severe an impact on North American lumber supply as the mountain pine beetle, RBC Capital Markets warned on Monday. The court’s unanimous decision on June 26 relates … Continue reading
Georgia Governor Approves Use of Wood in School Construction
Governor Nathan Deal recently signed legislation that allows for greater use of wood materials in public school facilities, providing K-12 schools throughout the state with alternative, cost-effective, and sustainable design options. Continue reading
Georgia House of Representatives Approves Timber Security Legislation
The Georgia House of Representatives approved House Bill 790 on a 169-2 vote yesterday. This marks the first step to provide better recourse and recovery for owners of timberland in Georgia who are victims of timber theft and timber trespass. Continue reading