ATLANTA, November 21, 2008 - Public policy continues to drive very positive results for forests in North America and the rest of the world. Today, we have critical legislation that protects national forests and other components of our ecosystems. Thanks to that public policy, all stakeholders have the opportunity to provide input into
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BOSTON, MA, November 20, 2008 - The global financial system has edged back from the brink of collapse thanks to aggressive, decisive, coordinated action by central banks and governments. Their efforts have, at some stages, been commendable and at others, questionable. But, we should give credit where credit is due.
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ATLANTA, November 19, 2008 - Before getting into the explanation of the headline of this column, I want to bring your attention to a new report from one of our sister publications. RISI’s monthly Wood Biomass Market Report has dispelled a widespread myth about the availability and cost of wood fiber for wood
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RICHMOND, VA, November 18, 2008 - A new president and Congress are expected to launch sweeping legislation early next year to spur the multi-billion dollar transition to renewable energy – and create needed jobs. “New employment is paramount,” an analyst said. “Wood will play a huge role,” said another.
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SHANGHAI, November 17, 2008 - Chinese domestic coated woodfree prices posted the largest single-month drop of 2008, plunging 10% in October, following declines of 6% in September and 3% in August. As the economy slowed further and pulp prices (both contract and spot) continued to fall in October, the monthly price negotiations turned
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