As I have already suggested, if you intend to plant trees as one means of countering climate change and improving biodiversity, it is essential to decide what species of tree to plant and where to put them. An outgoing head of UK forestry has now amplified this message (https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/feb/26/firs-fair-uk-must-embrace-conifers-in-climate-fight-says-forestry-chief). He claims that, in terms of removing carbon dioxide from the air, some despised alien conifers are actually superior to broad-leaved trees favoured by some conservationists (and they can be planted at higher densities). He also suggests, not unreasonably, that it would be better to plant mixtures of tree species to reduce the possibility of diseases sweeping through the new woodland areas (monocultures are very prone to disease).
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Thursday, 27 February 2020
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