New study casts doubt on climate credentials and sustainability of US wood in meeting Europe’s demand for energy biomass

Monday, February 20, 2012

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New study casts doubt on climate credentials and sustainability of US wood in meeting Europe’s demand for energy biomass

A major increase in imports of wood fuel to Europe from the US could do more harm than good for our environment, a new report has revealed. Burning wood pellets – or biomass – in European power stations is playing an increasing part in the efforts to reach the EU renewable energy target.

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