What if forest residues - the leftover branches, bark, and sawdust from timber harvesting - could power a new era of sustainable products, smarter supply chains, and zero-waste forestry? Could they hold the key to climate-smart supply chains and high-value bioproducts that drive a circular forestry economy? Join Dr Mohammad R. Ghaffariyan and UniSC's Forest Research Institute (FRI) on Tuesday, 5 August, to find out!

On the first Tuesday of each month, join the FRI to hear our researchers and HDR students share insights from their latest projects and discuss challenges and innovations in forestry, with a particular focus on sustainability and the vital role forests play in tackling climate change.

When: 5 August (first Tuesday of each month - 5 August, 2 September, 7 October).
Time: 12–1pm 
Where: LT4, UniSC Sunshine Coast or join online via Teams

Dr Mohammad R. Ghaffariyan is a research fellow at our Forest Research Institute and a lecturer for the School of Business and Creative Industries. In this special presentation, Mohammad will present on “Sustainable Forest Biomass Utilisation and Supply Chains,” offering insights into how efficient recovery and use of harvesting residues from plantations and timber operations can drive the production of sustainable bioproducts.

Drawing on his ongoing research and recent presentations for the Bamboo Society and upcoming Biochar Conference, Mohammad will explore how smarter biomass strategies can strengthen supply chains, reduce waste, and contribute to a more sustainable forestry sector - directly linking to the broader mission of climate resilience and responsible resource management.