The 400,000 acres of forestland surrounding Domtar’s Windsor Mill in Quebec are a hot spot for forestry and climate research, with several projects currently taking place in partnership with organizations and universities across Canada.
The company reaps benefits from these projects, including data that supports the continued Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification of fiber harvested from the Domtar forest. Additionally, engaging with student-led research projects helps Domtar build relationships with young people who may consider joining Domtar in the future.
Éric Lapointe is superintendent of forest operations at the Windsor Mill and leads Domtar’s involvement in onsite forestry and climate research.
“Several of the projects and collaborations — and those that will follow — contribute to strengthening and developing the reputation and performance of the Windsor Mill and our forestry practices,” he says.
Projects Promote Circular Economy and Sustainable Forest Management
The forestry and climate research projects underway in the Windsor forests are led by educational institutions, research organizations and the private sector, with objectives aimed at improving sustainability starting from the forest floor.
Lapointe says the research supports Domtar’s various circular economy initiatives, from recovery and optimization of renewable energy at the plant to the recycling of residues for fertilizing the forest.
“We not only wish to continue to be recognized for our sustainable practices, [but also] we aim eventually to make this whole, big circular loop around the mill carbon neutral,” he says.
more at: https://newsroom.domtar.com/windsor-forestland-forestry-and-climate-research/