Monthly Archives: September 2009

Perhaps that Sahara Plantation Could Power Itself

Posted on September 24, 2009 by Timberati

University of Washington researchers have produced electricity from a tree. Perhaps once they plant the Sahara with those eucalypts to alleviate global warming, the trees could deliver the power to provide their water. Or maybe not. According to their online article,”The custom circuit … Continue reading →

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Planting a Forest in the Sahara to Save the World

Posted on September 23, 2009 by Timberati

Should we spend two trillion each year in afforestation costs in the Sahara Desert to potentially reduce global warming? Scientists say it’s feasible. Read here.

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Natural Resources Communication Workshop

Posted on September 14, 2009 by Timberati

My friend Jon Hooper has asked that I pass along the word that his Natural Resources Communication Workshop will be given January 11-15, 2010. Jon’s course is well worth it. His admonition for all presentations (CBS–Colorful, Bold, & Simple) has stuck with … Continue reading →

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Extending THP Time

Posted on September 3, 2009 by Timberati

An article on the California Progress Report website says that California Assembly Bill (AB) 1066 would weaken environmental protections provided by the the Z’berg-Nejedly Forest Practice Act. Taking An Ax To Forest Protection: Legislature Poised To Weaken Timber Harvest Plans was … Continue reading →

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