This project aims to reduce pile burning while also increasing the utilization of the residual fibre in the forest by increasing the availability/accessibility of this uneconomic fibre. The project is focused on accessing and utilizing roadside debris piles currently scheduled for burning and then processing the fibre for market as either biomass or hog fuel. These activities also reduce wildfire risk by decreasing fuel loading in the bush and in and around communities.
OrganizationLedcor Forest Products Partnership
PurposeTaking Action on Climate Change
RegionThompson Okanagan
Closest CommunityVarious
Job Estimate32 (Direct, Indirect & Induced FTE’s)
Volume Estimate230000 Cubic Meters
Approved Funding$3,708,304