Why monoculture is the worst enemy of forests
Fires, droughts, pests… monoculture exposes forests to much higher risks than a mixed forest. Explanation. Forests represent a large volume of carbon captured and then stored in the trunks of
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Forest entomologist: We can’t keep spruces anymore
Is the bark beetle just a pest or can it also help? And will it help us create more resilient forests for an uncertain future? Forest entomologist Roman Modlinger talks
Robust tree species against desertification
The UN is calling for more action in the fight against climate change. But its consequences have long been visible. Heat and periods of drought affected the German forest. Can
European environment ministers approve carbon market reform
European environment ministers have agreed on the reform of the European carbon market and the gradual abolition of free allowances. They validate the creation of a carbon border tax and
Nigeria’s forests are disappearing fast as loggers struggle to survive
Deep in the forest in the Nigerian village of Ebute-Ipare, Egbontoluwa Marigi measures a tall redwood tree, methodically cuts it down with his axe and machete and, as it falls
Road transport is inspired by rail to consume less
Eco-combi, “platooning” or electric roads… The world of heavy goods vehicles is working on innovations that imitate the railway to better compete with it. Carbon-free heavy goods vehicles, massified and
Without greenhouse gas reductions, mass extinction in the oceans is possible
A source of hope, limiting global warming to 2°C compared to the pre-industrial era would make it possible to avoid this catastrophic scenario. If greenhouse gas emissions are not reduced,
AGA Parts Co. offers reliable spare parts for heavy machinery produced by 90 international manufacturers
AGA Parts (Brooklyn, NY) supplies genuine and aftermarket spare parts for heavy equipment produced by leading manufacturers: Caterpillar, Cummins, Komatsu, Hitachi, CNH, Atlas Copco, John Deere parts, Volvo, Sandvik, and
Much of the Amazon rainforest nears catastrophic collapse
While the world’s attention is focused on COVID-19 and geopolitical issues, another danger is creeping up on us. Scientists warn: three-quarters of the Amazon rainforest is approaching the point where
Closed-cycle economics
Wherever possible, we conserve resources in the Caterpillar value chain through the circular flow of materials, energy and water. The focus on developing better systems optimises the use of resources,
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