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How ‘green’ electricity from wood harms the planet – and people

Author: Melba Newsome

Date: 2024

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Type of resource: Academic article

Topics: Carbon accounting, Climate

Many nations have embraced burning wood pellets to produce electricity — under the assumption that it is carbon neutral. But research shows this approach can boost greenhouse-gas emissions and threaten the health of local communities.

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Organization: Nature Editorial

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