Centre of Forest Innovation knowledge hub

These articles and videos unpack the ideas, issues and innovations shaping our forests, with a focus on learning, raising awareness and creating meaningful impact.

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Webinar: Measuring the climate performance of biomass heating In this webinar, Shawn McGrath of ACFOR Energy explains how a system was developed and tested to visualize historical data on forest biomass used for heating at NSCC’s Lunenburg Campus, supporting clearer evaluation of renewable heating and emissions reduction.

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Webinar: Ecology and succession of White Spruce in Nova Scotia White spruce behaves differently across Nova Scotia’s forests, taking on distinct ecological roles depending on site conditions. In this webinar, Peter Neily explores succession patterns, regional dynamics and how climate uncertainty shapes the species’ future.

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Webinar: Assessing Hurricane Fiona’s impact on Acadian forest sites Forest ecologist Peter Neily examines how Hurricane Fiona affected six Acadian forest sites. This session highlights wind-driven disturbance, drone imagery findings and their role in ecological forestry.

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Webinar: Advancing green manufacturing through biochar-based pots RDA Atlantic shares how biochar pots turn forest by-products into carbon-negative, compostable growing solutions, supported by testing results and plans for scale-up.

Webinar: Conserving species at risk through incentives Learn how MTRI’s incentive-based approach is creating meaningful change for species at risk and forest ecosystems across the province.

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Webinar: Applied Research in Forestry Applied Research scientists share forestry projects that drive innovation, highlight collaboration opportunities and strengthen ecological forest practices across communities.

Forest damaged by invasive animals and plants.

4 common invasive species in Nova Scotia forests Get to know 4 invasive species threatening Nova Scotia’s forests and learn how early detection and reporting can help protect biodiversity and support restoration efforts.

5 forest practices that help birds thrive Learn how 5 simple forest practices, like timing activities and maintaining habitat, can help support bird populations and protect nesting sites in Nova Scotia’s forests.