Forest product companies—Stora Enso, IKEA & UPM—join other industries reacting to Russia’s attack, pushing commodity prices higher. In related news: Ukraine calls for an EU ban on Russian forest imports; and the war abroad pushes climate action aside, exposes UN’s split personality on peace and security. In other Business news: a CP Rail strike could exacerbate supply chain challenges.
In other news: Ecojustice takes BC to court over forest road closures; a USDA study says thinned forests are more resilient; and a new weather satellite will help spot wildfires before we do. Elsewhere: insurers flag the risks of mass timber construction; and how wood promotes the wellbeing of building occupants.
Finally, Elstone’s view on BC’s Budget and why industry must up its social media game.
Kelly McCloskey, Tree Frog Editor