SEATTLE, WA, Mrz. 26, 2012 (RISI) - After five years, and repeated requests by clients, Dennis Neilson and I spent much of the last six months updating our in-depth look at investments in plantation forestry around the world.
Eucalyptus and pine log prices in Brazil close to all-time high
Eucalyptus and pine log prices in Brazil close to all-time highs in the 4Q/11, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly Wood costs for pulp mills and sawmills in Brazil have gone up over the
Industry bodies emphasise sustainability of SA forestry sector
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Stora Enso successfully issues seven-year EUR 500 million Eurobond
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Mondi invests in energy projects as it targets 97.5% self-sufficiency
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SCA offers to acquire Asian hygiene products company
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Billionaire’s decision to invest in forestry shows ethical approach
A billionaire investor has this week opted to put much of his cash in forestry investments, in a move that has been welcomed by alternative and ethical investment advocates, AAA.
Norske Skog sells back part of its energy contract to Statkraft. Norske Skog has reached an agreement to sell back excess power in southern Norway to Statkraft. The sale encompasses an annual volume of 680 gigawatt hours and covers the period through the end of 2020.
