Detailed Study of the Possibility to Produce Hardwood (Aspen and Birch) Pulp Project leader Aleksejs Nipers Duration 2019 - 2019 Research focus 1. Implementation of the "One Health" concept and species interaction studies in the context of climate change Source of funding Collaboration research Description of project The aim of research To evaluate the feasibility and impact of establishing a poplar and birch wood pulp production facility in Latvia, considering policy, regulatory, and resource factors. The tasks of project: Analyze strategic policies (climate policy, circular bioeconomy, sustainable development goals) and their alignment with the projectAssess the impact on GHG emissions, employment, exports, and value creation, using IPCC guidelinesEvaluate the regulatory environment, including environmental impact assessments and territorial planning regulationsAnalyze resource availability, quality, and geographic distribution of poplar and birch pulpwood using forest database informationDevelop predictive models to forecast resource availability, production dynamics, and market trends Results Actionable recommendations for policymakers on facility development. Risk assessment and mitigation strategies for project feasibility. Guidance for sustainable resource management and industrial planning.
