Surprising recovery of red spruce shows value of Clean Air Act
2 institutional releases
Published in The Science of The Total Environment · View the paper (DOI)
A new study found that red spruce tree growth has increased by over 75% since 2001, with reduced pollution and warmer winter temperatures likely contributing to the resurgence. The research suggests that the Clean Air Act is working to enhance conditions for red spruce, but future changes in climate may impact their recovery.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Surprising recovery of red spruce shows value of Clean Air Act University of Vermont · Jun 5, 2018 · first to report
- Surprising resurgence of red spruce likely result of cleaner air and warmer winters USDA Forest Service - Northern Research Station · Jun 5, 2018