School of Forestry | Renewable Resources

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Web Name: School of Forestry | Renewable Resources

WebSite: http://www.forestry.ualberta.ca

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Integrating Ecological, Economic and Social Forestry Research and Education The Alberta School of Forest Science Management highlights, guides and enhances the University of Alberta's commitment to education and research in the area of Forest Science Management, by building and supporting effective local, provincial, national and international partnerships. We also work to ensure that the full benefits of sustainable forest management and innovative forest sector technologies accrue to Albertans.Forest Ecology Understanding the forest resource: The forest resource is a complex system of biological and ecological processes. For many researchers in the Alberta School of Forest Science and Management this means studying the various system components, such as tree and plant physiology, soil, water, genetic and spatial variation, biodiversity, climate, wildlife, insects, pathogens, and their inter-relationships within the forest ecosystem. Together, they advance the scientific knowledge base and provide the foundation from which sustainable forest management practices and policies can be built. Sustainable Forest Management Managing and protecting the forest resource: Researchers in the Alberta School of Forest Science and Management conduct research on intensive and extensive management systems to determine if they are ecologically and socially sustainable. They also look at the integration of these forest management systems with natural and man-induced disturbances, biodiversity conservation, water quality and wildlife habitat, which are all critical factors for sustainable forest management. Social and Economic Values Benefiting from the forest resource: Canada's forests provide many benefits to our society: natural habitat, clean air and water, wood for lumber and paper, recreation opportunities, wilderness experiences and spiritual enrichment. At the Alberta School of Forest Science and Management, researchers study the social, cultural and economic impact of the forest resource on local, national and global communities. They provide leadership in policy development to ensure that the forest resource will continue to benefit society for generations to come.Graduate programs in forest science and management are for students who appreciate the need to manage forested lands with due concern for forests as integrated ecological entities. The program focuses on utilization and management of forest resources while ensuring that sustainability and other social and cultural needs are met.Graduate ProgramsUniversity of Alberta 751 General Services Building University of Alberta Edmonton, Alberta Canada T6G 2H1 Map

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