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gerkletoss t1_j2x2wtr wrote

Reply to comment by Sariel007 in The promise of batteries that come from trees by Sariel007

"Waste" pulp is used for making things like cardboard, paper, potentially plywood, and more. So yes, it's still driving lumber demand.

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xondk t1_j2xah9y wrote

Lumber is however a renewable resource if done right.

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gerkletoss t1_j2y1usn wrote

That's true. I would expect this as fossil fuels tail off. I'm just not sure this is the time to switch.

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xondk t1_j2y8nbe wrote

That is a good question, though there really isn't going to be a 'switch' as in one moment, it needs to gather steam and built up a production line, which they might as well start as soon as possible.

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gerkletoss t1_j2yb09k wrote

Well yeah, obviously everyone can't switch at once, but that doesn't mean the environment is benefiting from this company doing it early.

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