Efficacy of carbon and bioenergy markets in mitigating carbon emissions on reforested lands: A case study from Southern United States

摘要: Abstract Carbon markets would encourage forest landowners to increase rotation ages of their plantations. Emerging wood-based energy prices small-diameter timber products, thereby encouraging possibly opt for shorter ages. We developed a comprehensive carbon model track four pools (carbon related silvicultural activities, sequestered on forestlands, in wood products and present landfills, avoided emissions) at the stand level determine efficacy bioenergy mitigating emissions with without any change Slash pine (Pinus elliottii) – common species planted across Coastal Plain Georgia Florida was taken as representative species. find that an age does not necessarily transform into additional savings relative some base over planning horizon 100 years. Similarly, decrease is beneficial from perspective either respect The utilization all manufacturing pellets generate electricity United Kingdom maximizes age. Suitable safeguards need be incorporated existing certification schemes ensure reforested lands emissions. Climate policies should emphasize systemic approach maintain mitigation potential forestry sector time.