North America’s Boreal Forest Tree Count: 277 Billion Trees
New research estimates 277 billion in North America’s boreal forest tree count, revealing higher density and greater climate change resilience. Learn about the
New research estimates 277 billion in North America’s boreal forest tree count, revealing higher density and greater climate change resilience. Learn about the
As the 2025 fire season unfolds, wildfire smoke remains a serious and unpredictable risk. While fire itself is often localized, smoke knows no borders — making
As wildfire seasons intensify across the western United States, the threat extends far beyond the immediate flames. One of the most widespread and damaging
Efforts to restore caribou habitat in British Columbia focus on road reclamation to reduce predation and increase old-growth forest cover for the Telkwa herd.
Snowmelt plays a critical role in the health and productivity of forests, especially in regions of the United States and Canada where snowmelt serves as the primary source of water for forests during the spring and early summer months. However, the changing climate, marked by warmer temperatures, shifting precipitation patterns, and earlier snowmelt, is creating…
Planned ignition remains a key wildfire strategy in B.C., but new 2025 reports highlight serious safety gaps during a 2023 burn, raising current concerns for
Canada’s forests are losing health despite stable tree cover. Learn how forest degradation affects biodiversity, climate resilience, and ecosystem function
An out-of-control wildfire near the Fort Nelson River has expanded to 55 hectares. Learn about the current fire status, BC Wildfire Service’s response, and
Overwintering wildfires are smoldering underground fires that reemerge in spring after surviving the winter. Learn how they form, where they occur, and how
Alberta wildfire in Sturgeon County has destroyed one home and triggered evacuations. Officials report ongoing containment efforts amid high fire risk.