Paul Daly (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the witnesses for their presentation. Most sectors that come before the committee seem to angle towards science. What element of scientific research is involved in Coillte's processes to, for example, decide what trees go where? Is timber value or carbon sequestration considered? What is the major consideration given to specific trees going to specific areas and is much scientific research ongoing in this area? Do witnesses have any idea of how big a hit Coillte got during Storm Ophelia?