Researchers use lasers to measure local redwoods’ carbon storage
onHow much carbon do coast redwood trees store? Researchers have shown that 3D models generated from light detecting and ranging (LiDAR) technology may provide accurate estimates.
How human encroachment changes the forest’s edge
onThe wildland-urban interface, or WUI, is the zone where a forest meets land that has been altered or developed by people. Scientists have learned that “edge effects” can occur at these boundaries. A subdivision or logging operation at the WUI, …
Mapping the Redwood Genomes
onSave the Redwoods League is leading research to fully sequence the coast redwood and giant sequoia genomes — for the first time — utilizing conifer genetic sequencing techniques unavailable until now. By the end of this five-year project, the genome sequences and the screening tools developed will allow researchers to quickly assess genetic diversity in redwood forests to inform management plans that restore the health and resilience of these forests throughout their natural ranges as they face environmental stressors such as climate change.
Leaf to Landscape Project
onAfter the fourth consecutive year of severe drought in California, a team of scientists came together in the summer of 2015 to study the impacts of the historic drought on the world’s largest trees, the giant sequoias.
New Study Provides Coast Redwood Climate Forecast
onUnderstanding how climate change impacts the world’s tallest forest is like assembling an incredibly large jigsaw puzzle; the full picture emerges slowly, one piece at time. But occasionally, a critical piece falls into place…