Research shows that the simple act of leaving woody material on oil and gas sites introduces microsites and variability onto reclaimed sites. These microsites serve as critical habitat for a range of native plant species, seedlings, and microorganisms that are essential for the regeneration of forests. Woody material can also provide habitat for forest insects and mammals, and play a key role in nutrient cycles over time. Thus, woody materials represent a significant opportunity.
Managing Woody Materials on Industrial Sites
A Visual Guide to Handling Wood Materials For Forested Land Reclamation
Linear Restoration Tools and Research Initiatives
Footprint Characterization: A Focus for Landscape Management