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  1. 18/12/2025

    Foresting Tomorrow #43 | The Christmas Special

    It’s that time of year again! For our final episode of 2025, we return to our traditional recording spot—Skallerup Seaside Resort in northern Denmark—for a cosy and reflective Christmas special. This time, all three hosts are present, gathered around a very full table of æbleskiver, lukewarm gløgg, and open-hearted reflections. No news segments. No guests. Just an honest conversation about the year that’s passed—what we’ve learned, what surprised us, and how far we’ve come as a team, as a company, and as individuals. We unpack: Growing into our roles, responsibilities, and rhythms Why the last 10% of automation is the hardest—and most fun Balancing ambition with simplicity The power of asking “Why do we actually do it this way?” Hope, realism, and our 2026 wishes for forestry, nature, and tech From AI-powered cookie recipes to the philosophical meaning of “hygge,” this episode is our little Christmas gift to you—warm, thoughtful, and full of laughs. Thank you for being with us in 2025. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Foresting Tomorrow team! Hosted by Jens Isbak, Rasmus Pedersen, and Benjamin Lauridsen.

    58 min

  2. 10/12/2025

    Foresting Tomorrow #42 | Special Guest: Peter Hasulyó, Founder of ForestryBrief

    This week we’re joined by Peter Hasulyó—the Hungarian forester-turned-journalist behind ForestryBrief, one of Europe’s fastest-growing forestry newsletters. We trace Peter’s journey from timber trade to publishing, and explore what inspired him to launch a global newsletter on forest policy, tech, and market dynamics—published twice a week. But the real focus of this episode? Forestry’s public image. We dive into Peter’s recent article “The PR battle forestry never fought: How we lost public opinion while perfecting sustainability”—a sharp critique of the industry’s PR problem, why foresters are losing the narrative, and what it takes to rebuild public trust. We cover: What makes forestry so hard to communicate How nature NGOs have filled the storytelling gap The dangers of being an "open factory" with no PR strategy Why foresters should collaborate with conservation groups—not just clash with them And why sustainable forestry is still misunderstood—even in 2025 A thoughtful episode about reputation, responsibility, and the stories we fail to tell—featuring a man who’s making it his job to change that. Foresting Tomorrow is a weekly podcast hosted by Jens Isbak, Rasmus Pedersen, and Benjamin Lauridsen.

    56 min

  3. 02/12/2025

    Foresting Tomorrow #41 | AI forestry machines, sound-optimised fan zones, and the EUDR saga continues

    We start with the gift that keeps on giving: the EUDR. Parliament and Council are now mostly aligned on a major revision - postponements for all, simplified due diligence, and a lighter process for small forest owners and farmers. But what actually happens next? We untangle the latest twists in the regulatory saga and look at what might be under the tree (or missing) before New Year’s Eve. Then we head to Canada, where a timber shell roof is solving a major World Cup problem - too much noise. Vancouver’s new fan zone boasts the world’s largest timber arch roof, designed not just for aesthetics and sustainability, but also to reflect sound inward instead of disturbing the neighbourhood. Also in this episode: Sweden’s autonomous forest robot ‘AORO’ gets trained in the Unity game engineWhy you shouldn’t confuse cats with logsA warm-up for next week’s guest episode with Peter Hasulyó from ForestryBriefA relaxed December episode with robots, real wood, and regulatory déjà vu. Plus a short debate on coffee and whether 42 is really the answer to everything. Foresting Tomorrow is a weekly podcast hosted by Jens Isbak, Rasmus Pedersen, and Benjamin Lauridsen.

    48 min

  4. 19/11/2025

    Foresting Tomorrow #40 | Municipal forests, satellite owls, and biodiversity buzzwords

    We kick off with a local twist: recent Danish elections saw barely a whisper about forests or nature - despite many municipalities quietly working on ambitious reforestation plans. We explore how places like Aalborg Kommune are expanding their forest cover, and why turning farmland into forest remains a huge political and economic challenge. Then it’s off to space. Again. Planet has launched “OWL” - a new generation of Earth observation satellites with 1m resolution, near-daily coverage, and on-board AI. We unpack what this means for forest monitoring, data access, and privacy in a world of 24/7 satellite eyes. Also in this episode: What’s really going on with the EUDR? Parliament fast-tracks it, Council deadlocks it - and Denmark is stuck chairing the whole messAustralia’s ForestTECH conference: why we still want to goIs it time for satellites to block the sun? (Elon thinks so)A rant on biodiversity buzzwords - and why “Reduced Biodiversity Footprint” might be the most confusing phrase of the year A wide-ranging episode on policy, technology, and communication - plus a reminder that owls are, in fact, not that smart. Foresting Tomorrow is a weekly podcast hosted by Jens Isbak, Rasmus Pedersen, and Benjamin Lauridsen.

    54 min

  5. 05/11/2025

    Foresting Tomorrow #39 | Blockchain timber, climate tipping points, and Jens’ kitchen tree

    We kick off with more EUDR updates: micro and small operators might catch a break - but only if they’re truly small. We break down what the European Commission’s latest proposal actually means, and why it’s still a mess for … everybody!? Then we turn up the heat - literally. The UN now says the 1.5°C climate target is likely out of reach. We discuss new projections, rising global temperatures, and how foresters are responding with mixed-species planting and cautious optimism (sometimes). Also in this episode: FSC launches “Trace” blockchain tracking, paired with isotope-based timber origin testing Is it time to factor extreme weather into forest models? The world’s tallest Christmas tree… in Jens’ kitchen? A packed episode with forest fraud, global temperature rise, and a bit of festive spirit. Foresting Tomorrow is a weekly podcast hosted by Jens Isbak, Rasmus Pedersen, and Benjamin Lauridsen.

    59 min

  6. 23/10/2025

    Foresting Tomorrow #38 | Super wood, satellite forests, and shrimp shell secrets

    Autumn’s here, and so is a new wave of forest innovation. We kick off with an update on the EUDR delay drama - nothing’s been voted on yet, but small companies might get more time while the rest are still expected to comply. What happens next? Then we go orbital: ESA’s Biomass satellite sends its first forest maps, and we revisit SMOS a 15-year-old satellite unexpectedly helping us estimate biomass from space. Promising tech, but still far from everyday forest tools. Also in this episode: Super wood that’s fireproof, bullet-stopping, and denser than aluminiumWhat makes a forest model “dynamic” - and why it mattersCan satellite data replace field plots for national inventories?Shrimp shell secrets and the future of biomass bio-refiningA crisp return to forestry, satellites, and science - with a hint of seafood. Foresting Tomorrow is a weekly podcast hosted by Jens Isbak, Rasmus Pedersen, and Benjamin Lauridsen.

    51 min

  7. 08/10/2025

    Foresting Tomorrow #37 | Demons, delays, and dynamic forests

    In this week’s episode, we kick off with a soap opera… literally. From Days of Our Lives to the drama of EUDR, we dive deep into the EU’s forest regulation rollercoaster. Is it postponed or not? We look at key dates, industry responses, and why major companies like Nestlé and Ferrero are pushing against delay - even as technical failures with the TRACES system continue. Then we go full sci-fi: humanoid robots are now competing in the "Olympics". From sprinting to boxing, the machines are coming - and we ask whether forestry should be their next frontier. Could robot limbs prune oak branches or prep Christmas trees? How close are we to viable humanoid labour in the woods? Also in this episode: A new study on natural regeneration in Europe shows mixed forests fare better under climate stress - but is that enough?Could Douglas fir and non-native species save our timber supply?Why dynamic models matter for predicting forest growth - and why they still fall shortAfter the wildfire comes… the flood? We explore post-fire danger zones and the US task forces modelling burn risk and terrain collapse A wild mix of regulation, robotics, research, and regeneration. Plus, a gentle reminder: don’t base your strategy on a delay that hasn’t happened yet. Foresting Tomorrow is a weekly podcast hosted by Jens Isbak, Rasmus Pedersen, and Benjamin Lauridsen.

    1h 9m

  8. 03/10/2025

    Foresting Tomorrow #36 | EUDR delays, digital failures, and forest traceability dreams

    We’re back with a deep dive into one of the most talked-about topics in forestry right now: the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) - and its second major delay. In this episode, we untangle the ambitions, technical hurdles, and industry frustrations surrounding what was meant to be a global benchmark for traceability and legality in forest-related products. We explore what EUDR actually demands, how it differs from the older EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), and why the much-hyped TRACES system - designed to handle it all - is failing to deliver. With unclear documentation, legacy tech (SOAP APIs, anyone?), and a proposed one-year delay, we discuss whether this is just growing pains or a signal of deeper dysfunction. Also in this episode: What deforestation vs. degradation really means in EUDR termsWhy traceability through the value chain is so complex - especially for timber productsWhether Denmark (and other low-risk countries) should be exemptWhat role FSC/PEFC certification might play as a workaround or stepping stoneHow public IT projects keep repeating the same costly mistakes We wrap up with ideas on what can be done now - despite the uncertainty - and question whether Denmark should lean into its strengths to lead by example, rather than opt out. Foresting Tomorrow is a weekly podcast hosted by Jens Isbak, Rasmus Pedersen, and Benjamin Lauridsen.

    47 min
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    Foresting Tomorrow
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    2024 - 2025
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