Carleen Murone’s Post

More German commercial forests and national parks are moving to create mixed forests that get closer to native ecosystems but are also resilient to pests and a warmer climate.

https://lnkd.in/eEuA2CqT Nearing a climate tipping point - with little understanding of the follow-on impacts.

Effects of Wildfires Their Environmental and Social Impacts Wildfires, often devastating and destructive, have far-reaching effects beyond the immediate loss of property and natural habitats. While they are a natural part of many ecosystems, human activities and climate change have exacerbated their frequency and intensity in recent years. Beyond ... [...] #Wildfires Read more... https://lnkd.in/dRrGxYux

The impact of climate change on weather patterns means the UK may experience more wildfires, impacting landscapes, habitats and climate goals. Find out more about wildfires, how their impacts can be mitigated, and the upcoming Wildfire Action Plan: https://lnkd.in/e9YbW8-8

Forest Restructuring Germany is apparently moving to create mixed forests that get closer to native ecosystems but are also resilient to pests and a warmer climate. Seeing the full benefits of forest restructuring will take time, but “it’s good from the perspective of the climate crisis, and it’s good for resiliency as well as biodiversity”. https://lnkd.in/gxEx9XAd

🌲We know from prior research that forest thinning and controlled burns in overgrown dry forests effectively reduces fire severity and subsequent tree death,” says Marcos Robles, lead scientist for The Nature Conservancy in Arizona. “Land managers can’t do much about drought and climate change in the short term, but they can reduce the area in which forests are vulnerable to severe wildfires by accelerating ecological-based forest management https://lnkd.in/g_-5WDtS

Future landscapes can make many different forms….

Climate change affects us all. We must wield our individual actions and collective voices to create a more just and sustainable world for all beings, no matter how small. 🪲 @theguardian article also states, “In addition to climate change, these fireflies face growing threats from coastal development and light pollution, the latter of which can interfere with the insects’ ability to use their bioluminescent lights to communicate with each other. This particular firefly only flies and flashes at full darkness. It is recommended that people who live among Bethany Beach firefly populations take steps to reduce light pollution by turning off their porch lights when they are not in use or setting outdoor lights on a timer.” Read the full article here:

I believe this OpEd raises crucial points that deserve more attention. The discussion about the impact of tree management on climate and nature is thought-provoking. While it may seem counterintuitive to some, active management like thinning forests or or chopping the entire forest could actually benefit both the climate and nature. Focusing only you shall not cut trees will not get us there! #ClimateChange #NatureConservation