Ajani, Judith

The Forest Wars

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ISBN 13:
9780522854190
author:
Ajani, Judith
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Melbourne University Publishing
language:
English
Publication Year:
2007
Pages:
320
Dimensions:
23.2 x 14.8 x 3 cm
Genre:
Forestry & related industries
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£23.14

Description

The Forest Wars by Judith Ajani explores the ongoing conflict over Australia's forests and argues that it is essential to find a balance between development and environmental protection. Despite four decades of debate, the issue remains contentious, with politicians often being drawn into the fray. Ajani contends that Australia has the potential to meet its wood needs from economically superior plantations, while also benefiting from native forests as carbon sinks, water catchments, and wildlife habitats. However, she identifies several obstacles to achieving this goal, including plantation interests, bureaucratic failures, destructive union behavior, and government-created super-profits. The Forest Wars offers a compelling argument for ending the conflict over Australia's forests and provides a way forward for sustainable forest management.

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