Recent Releases from Wood Heat Policy Institute
Efficient Wood Heating is Good for the Environment
Published Mon, 1 Dec 2008 09:30:15 EST Read More
Cut greenhouse gas emissions and save money at the same time - heating with wood does not contribute to global warming and climate change the way the "fossil" fuels do Firewood is a renewable energy resource like wind, solar and hydroelectric power. To adequately respond to the global warming challenge, we need to start using more renewables and less oil, gas and coal. Heating with wood can be a part of the solution, provided the wood is burned efficiently. Fortunately, that is not har...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: Can clean air and wood stoves co-exist?
Published Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:43:02 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Can clean air and wood stoves co-exist? WHO: John Gulland, Director of the Wood Heat Policy Institute WHAT: Mr. Gulland is available to speak to the following points: • Are wood burning stove bans necessary? • What is the difference between good wood burning (no smoke) and bad wood burning (lots of smoke)? • Why aren't the federal and provincial governments doing more to support good wood burning? For more informati...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Learn how to heat with wood without making smoke
Published Wed, 29 Oct 2008 15:26:10 EST Read More
To the Editor: This article is written by John Gulland, Director of the Wood Heat Policy Institute. It is available for publication, free of charge. The Wood Heat Policy Institute (WHPI) supports the public interest in wood heating and advocates for the responsible use of this important renewable energy resource. WHPI is a source of credible information and analysis of wood heating related issues. It also supports government and non-governmental organizations in policy development...... Click here to read this release