I offer the following references to all on the list seeking further information on forestation issues. The Natural Resources Institute this English agency has an extensive list of publications (at reasonable cost) related to renewable resources.

For an historical description of charcoal making in the U.S. try this.

To see what our neighbor (Jamaica) is doing about reforestation,etc. (some very good ideas) visit their Natural Resources Agency

The World Resource Institute also has publications on-line and off.

Finally, but certainly not last as I recommend that everyone read the Statement to the World Solar Summit