Biomass, or bioenergy, creates energy by burning living materials like plants and trees. The wood pellet industry uses trees to make wood pellets. It then ships them to Europe and […]
Does Enviva Clearcut Forests? The Surprising Truth
As the wood pellet industry grows across the US South, we’re asked again and again: Do Enviva or other wood pellet facilities clearcut forests? While the detailed answer is complex, […]
Controversial South Carolina Wood Pellet Company Escapes Bankruptcy
The State Environmental Department Fined Jasper Pellets for Air Pollution Ridgeland, SC – Danish company CM Biomass purchased Jasper Pellets of Ridgeland, South Carolina. The pellet mill has been idle […]
How Bioenergy Causes Air Pollution: The Dark Side of Renewable Energy
Bioenergy is often seen as a more environmentally-friendly alternative to other forms of energy generation. Did you know that it can actually be quite harmful to the environment? Let’s take […]
We Lost a True Forest, Climate, and Justice Hero
James Curtis “JC” Woodley passed away on October 5, 2022. JC was a beloved member of the Dogwood family. He served on our board, participated in protests, was a member […]