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Reforestation: From Politics to Planting
Scott Paul explains why forest restoration and reforestation are becoming major themes within international forest policy circles and how Taylor fits into the conversation with ebony and koa reforestation projects.
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Is Our Wood Good?
Are Taylor guitars ethically made? Scott Paul explores this important question based on the different materials that go into a guitar.
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Tracking Progress
Scott Paul shares an update on our work with The Ebony Project in Cameroon, koa reforestation in Hawaii, and the protected status of rosewood.
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A Fresh Assessment
Scott Paul traces the technological progress that has enabled the status of wood species to be assessed more accurately and reveals why that’s good news for ebony. Plus, our ebony initiative in Cameroon reaches a new milestone.
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Rosewood and CITES
In August of 2019, CITES voted to exempt rosewood musical instruments from requiring CITES permits. Scott Paul was there and explains what it means for instrument makers and owners.
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Reliable Sources
A closer look at the history of wood selection for guitars and how things have changed.
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Seeing the Urban Forest for the Trees
Scott Paul explains the value of urban trees and how Taylor’s collaboration with a California-based arborist can support the regreening of city and suburban areas.
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Three Part Harmony
Our innovative efforts to preserve the future of ebony, koa and urban trees reveal three profoundly different approaches. Yet all are linked by our commitment to improving local ecosystems and the communities that rely on them.
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Growth Potential
With two planting projects in the works, Taylor’s collaboration with partners like West Coast Arborists sheds light on the challenges and benefits of creating a circular economy around urban trees.
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Seeds of Change in a Changing World
In an age of climate change, growing the right tree in the right place is more important than ever. Here’s why.
