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Europeans are burning trees to keep warm

7 mins | Nov 28, 2022
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Is wood making a renewable energy comeback? With Russia's invasion of Ukraine sending energy prices soaring this winter, Matt Reynolds explains how Europeans are turning to wood as a cheaper alternative. Although, suppliers have warned that the unprecedented demand surpasses supplies and puts protected forests at risk.

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