Evaluation of lodgepole pine drought resilience in interior BC

Forestry is a cornerstone for many communities, and maintaining forest ecosystems is critical for habitat conservation and the maintenance of wildlife. The aim of this project is to build knowledge that will aid in promoting sustainable forestry and more resilient forest ecosystems. Climate change is increasing the severity and frequency of drought events. In this project we will test if trees that are grown with other species are more resilient to drought. This study will evaluate the resilience of the mixed species forests (lodgepole pine and Aspen) across a moisture gradient. Knowledge gained will contribute to developing forest management strategies that will help BCCF in habitat restoration through forest management and conservation. This project will grow and expand our expertise in habitat conservation, increase our base of expert researchers and contractors, and increase BCCF ability to contribute to policy and decision-making across the province.

Faculty Supervisor:

Che Elkin

Student:

Partner:

BC Conservation Foundation

Discipline:

Physics

Sector:

Other services (except public administration); Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Northern British Columbia

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