Biomass project in Lambert Creek, Oregon. Courtesy BLM.

Some folks argue that burning trees as an energy source — either for heat or electricity — is a “carbon neutral” resource — one that takes away as much carbon as it releases. It seems logical — new trees grow in the place of those that were cut down, and the new ones can absorb whatever carbon was released when the original tree was cut and later burned. However, as with many things, the devil is in the details. Read more

Maple trees in New Hampshire. Photo by r_gallant, Flickr.

Climate change is bringing the fight to one of the sacred places of American culture — the breakfast table, or more specifically to maple syrup. Pancakes, waffles, and French toast are all at the mercy of the climate changes that are altering the amount and way maple syrup — the only, proper topping for these delicious breakfast staples — is collected throughout America’s northeastern forests. Read more

The Senate voted last week to go forward with the national debate on climate change, not backwards, by rejecting the resolution to weaken the Clean Air Act.  The Wilderness Society President Bill Meadows weighs in on the National Journal's Environment and Energy forum on what the next steps need to be.  Read his comments here.   Read more