European Forest of the Future

NOTE: This interview was conducted in spring 2026, before the massive summer heat waves, so the comments of Prof. Muys are more prescient. 

Research mentioned and recommended sources.

• Grünig, M., Rammer, W., Baumann, M. et al. Loss of competitive strength in European conifer species under climate change. Commun Earth Environ 7, 401 (2026).
• Grünig, Marc, et al. "Climate change will increase forest disturbances in Europe throughout the 21st century." Science 391.6789 (2026): eadx6329.  Open acces: Here.

• Arts, W., Storms, I., Van Aelst, J., Lagrain, B., Verbist, B., Van Orshoven, J., Verkerk, P.J., Vermeiren, W., Lange, J.-P., Muys, B. and Sels, B.F. (2024), Feasibility of wood as a renewable carbon feedstock for the production of chemicals in Europe. Biofuels, Bioprod. Bioref., 18: 365-377. 

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