Comment Paper Co Engineers cost benefits (Score 1) 41
Paper companies have the experience and expertise to assess viability. While trees might consume marginally more water to grow , they do require care to maintain. The wood is kept damp to reduce fire risk and readiness for pulp extraction. Trees little more picky on landscape. This could be a supplemental material for cheaper land use. Trees susceptible to insects and other fungus. An alternative is good risk management , though as noted hemp and others exist. The Paper co s are evaluating with some potential but will decisive viability in due time. Paper and card board is easily recyclable so welcome news if able to improve usage.