Trump’s tariffs said to threaten energy exports on both sides of the border. In related news: US softwood lumber duties are expected to double in late 2025; BC’s Minister of Forests toured Western Forest Products’ Ladysmith mill; Mercer Peace River reaches safety milestone, and Rayonier announced a carbon capture and storage agreement. Meanwhile: the USDA unveils support for wood processors, appoints new Paper and Packaging board members; Coburg Tree Farm is named US Tree Farmer of the Year; and the Calforests appoints Liz Berger VP of Climate and Energy.

In Forestry/Climate news: BC’s NDP government isn’t the climate leader its cracked up to be; Washington can safeguard its forests and advance renewable energy; BC reflects on its 2024’s wildfire season; Oregon’s funding doesn’t support today’s wildfire needs; and Australia’s heat wave leads to wildfire warnings.

Finally, how to build more homes quicker, and reduce construction waste in landfills.

Kelly McCloskey, Tree Frog Editor