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Wood Innovation Grant Q1
March 28th, 2025 Wood Innovation: Empowering Communities, Strengthening Economies, and Protecting Our Planet At #forestproud, we believe that innovation in wood products has the power to shape a brighter, more sustainable future for our communities, economy, and planet. The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) Wood Innovation Program plays a pivotal role in aiding these projects that […]
More5 Earth Day Pledges We Love
5 Earth Day Pledges We Love How Forests, Wood Products, and Sustainability Pacts are Shaping the Future of Eco-Conscious Brands As the world moves toward a more sustainable future, terms like carbon neutral, net-zero emissions, and sustainability goals are becoming part of everyday conversations in both consumer and corporate spaces. But what do these terms […]
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Terrel Jones- Art That Connects us to trees
In the quiet depths of the forest, where trees stand tall and rooted in the earth, Terrel Jones finds a reflection of herself. As an artist with a profound connection to the natural world, she doesn’t just paint trees, she brings them to life. Terrel’s love for trees is more than a visual appreciation; it’s […]
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Meet Kayla Stuart
Meet Kayla Stuart Being #forestproud can mean being committed to keeping forests as forests, being climate-positive, rethinking our future in terms of carbon, and reconnecting people to the forest. Kayla Stuart began her career as a nurse while juggling the roles of being a single mom. Her daughter’s continuous battle with asthma is what […]
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The Death of Sampling and the Rise of Forest Architecture
Certified Forester and #forestproud friend, Eli Jensen, is advancing the shift from traditional forest sampling to “forest architecture,” a cutting-edge method enabled by technologies like LiDAR and remote sensing. Forest architecture manages forests at the individual tree level, offering precision in forest health assessment, restoration, and resource management. Despite challenges, this approach has the potential to revolutionize forest management and opens new frontiers for sustainable forestry in the 21st century.
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Adapting forests for a changing climate in the Adirondacks
As our cities continue to grow, so do the challenges they face. Reimagine the way society lives, works, and plays by moving our cities from climate problems, to climate solutions.
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