Publications

Les plantes clé de voûte : des piliers essentiels de la biodiversité

Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity

Only a few plants can support a large share of biodiversity. Learn why keystone plants are essential for insects, birds, and healthy ecosystems.

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Sharlène Laberge
L’index de sociabilité des plantes : Un outil essentiel pour concevoir des aménagements naturels durables

The Sociability Index of Plants: An Essential Tool for Designing Sustainable Natural Landscapes

The sociability index reveals how plants interact in nature: some grow alone, others in tight groups or large colonies. Understanding this behaviour helps design native plantings that are more stable, durable, and easier to maintain. Discover how this tool can guide the creation of cohesive and resilient plant communities.

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Philippe Denis
Quand les sols forestiers réagissent au réchauffement : que nous dit la science?

When Forest Soils React to Warming: What Does Science Say?

🔬 Forest soils and climate warming: what does the science say? Sharlène Laberge, Head of Scientific Research and Innovation at Akène, co-authored a fascinating study published in the scientific journal Discover Soil, which explores how forest soils react to rising temperatures—and how tree species influence these reactions. 🌳 CO₂, CH₄, forest composition, temperature thresholds… The results challenge many common assumptions!

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Cinq bonnes raisons d’ajouter des plantes indigènes à votre jardin… ou à votre balcon !

Five Good Reasons to Add Native Plants to Your Garden… or Your Balcony!

Five Good Reasons to Add Native Plants to Your Garden… or Your Balcony! Every Seed Counts! Whether in a garden, a backyard, or a balcony, every space planted with native species is a step forward in restoring biodiversity. Join the movement!

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