The Menominee tribe of Wisconsin has been sustainably harvesting its forest for nearly 170 years, setting an example for foresters around the world. Using a traditional code that prioritizes the growth of healthy trees, the tribe has managed to maintain a thriving forest despite climate change and other threats. The forest is home to a wide variety of species and is visible from space as a dark green block. The tribe’s forestry officials are now exploring the possibility of selling the carbon accumulated in the forest on the carbon-offset credits market. The Menominee tribe’s approach to forestry is seen as a model of sustainable management. Despite challenges such as changing climate and invasive pests, the forest is expected to continue thriving due to its resilience and biodiversity.
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