FPAC’s Derek Nighbor expressed deep concern over the economic impact of US tariffs. In related news: Canada’s US allies push back, border talks seek to avoid tariffs, why tariffs will raise the cost of living without impacting trade balances; and US consumer sentiment declines; while housing starts are at risk. Meanwhile: California will require more fire resistant homes; and Drax touts partnership on sustainable aviation fuels.

In Forestry/Climate news: Canada reduces its GHG ambitions; Oregon may change how it chooses its state forester; how biochar can help fight climate change; Canadian Liberal hopefuls defend alternatives to carbon pricing; Malaysia develops carbon credits for forestry; and Norway moves to zero-emission transportation vessels.

Finally, on the innovation front, bio-based hair conditioners and tree sap water-beverages.

Kelly McCloskey, Tree Frog News