Carbon balance of farm woodlot management in Quebec

Description

Agricultural greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Quebec accounted for 10.6% of total emissions in 2020. Although the agricultural sector is not subject to emission reduction obligations, efforts are required from society as a whole to curb climate change. Quebec's agricultural producers are demonstrating their willingness to make an active commitment to reducing GHG emissions and combating climate change.

The aim of this project is to draw up a portrait of the carbon balance of woodlots located on agricultural land in Quebec, with a view to quantifying their contribution to the overall carbon footprint of agricultural enterprises and identifying forest management solutions adapted to these woodlots that will increase carbon sequestration and limit carbon emissions.

The research project is a partnership with the Centre pour le développement de l'agriculture du Québec

Research Field

- Forest carbon
- Forest management
- Climate change

Research Supervisor

Evelyne Thiffault

Research Environment

Renewable Materials Research Centre - Department of wood and forest sciences

E. Thiffault's team (Team Carbone) carries out research activities related to forestry under a changing climate at the Renewable Materials Research Centre, whose mission is to develop responsible use of forest resources, taking into account environmental and economic constraints. The team is part of Université Laval's Department of Wood and Forest Sciences, a training and research environment dedicated to improving our knowledge of the forest environment.

Most of the projects of the E. Thiffault team are in partnership with stakeholders and communities committed to the fight against climate change. Come and make a difference with us!
To discover Team Carbone, visit our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064839792020

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Financial Aid Available by Program of Study

Master's Degree in Forestry Science with thesis

Program description

Financial Aid Available*

Financial Aid Related to Research Project

$20000 per year for 2 years.

All expenses related to field and laboratory work, specialized training, equipment, etc. are covered. Funds are also available for participation in conferences and symposia to present research results.

Program-Specific Financial Aid

Graduate Studies Awards

Milestone	Amount
Initial thesis submission OR fast-tracking to a doctorate by the end of the 5th semester	$1,000
Total	$1,000

Université Laval: Student Financial Aid

Sources de financement	Montant
Leadership and Comittment Scholarship (Canadians & permanent residents)	$10,000
Citizens of the World Scholarship (International students)	$20,000
Mobility Grant for Out-of-Province Internships or Research Visits (in French)	$1,500 to $3,000
Graduate Scholarships from Granting Agencies	$20,000 to $27,000
Online Directory of Graduate Scholarships (in French)	$500 to $50,000

_{* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.}

Desired Profile

- Rural Development
- Land-Use Planning and Regional Development
- Agroforestry
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Geography
- Natural and landscaped environment
- Forest Management and Environment

Requirements and Conditions

- Be able to travel a few times to different regions of Quebec
- Interest in/ability to carry out field research, including field trips lasting a few days

Required Documentation

- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitæ
- Student transcript

Application Deadline

August 29, 2025

Find Out More

Evelyne Thiffault
Professeure titulaire
Département des sciences du bois et de la forêt
evelyne.thiffault@sbf.ulaval.ca