Climate change is changing the way trees grow. Here's how

Jun 16, 2023

Climate change is having a complex and potentially harmful impact on trees. Image: Pexels/Pixabay

Roberto Silvestro

PhD Candidate, Biology, Université du Québec à Chicoutimi (UQAC)

Sergio Rossi

Professor, Département des Sciences Fondamentales, Université du Québec à Chicoutimi (UQAC)

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The thickness of a tree ring depends on a combination of factors inherent to the tree (species, genetics) and environmental factors (soil type, sun exposure, climate and competition between neighbouring trees). Image: Shutterstock

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