Midwood – the new type of wood that can fight climate change

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Midwood – the new type of wood that can fight climate change

A close up of the tulip tree (Liriodendron tulipifera) that possesses unusual qualities not seen before in tree wood. Image: Shutterstock Discover a groundbreaking third category of wood – midwood – that could play a crucial role in absorbing rising carbon dioxide levels By Victoria Heath Trees have long been categorised into two distinct types: softwoods – comprising of faster-growing trees including pines and firs – and hardwoods, those such …