Discover stories in Forests
Tree Tapping Isn’t Just for Maples
Maples aren’t the only trees that yield tasty syrup.
Co-Benefits for Biodiversity & Carbon in Remnant Forests
New science shows that remnant forests with the greatest tree-species richness also store the most carbon, creating a potential win-win for protecting biodiversity and reducing global carbon emissions.
Tropics Offer Major Natural Climate Solutions Opportunity
New research identifies tropical countries where targeted investment can have the greatest impact on reducing global emissions in the short term.
Biodiverse Forests Capture Carbon Better Than Plantations
New science shows that diverse natural forests with a mix of tree species provide more stable and reliable carbon capture than monoculture plantations in the long run.
A Walk in the Woods: Reading New England’s Forests
Using clues hidden in the landscape, it’s often possible to figure out what a patch of forest used to look like 100 years ago. Here's how.
Children’s Book Review: Wake Up, Woods
A review of a beautiful new wildflower book for kids, Wake Up, Woods.
Exploring and Protecting the Arkansas Bayou
A visit to the rumored home of the ivory-billed woodpecker.
Incorporating Conservation Into Public Health Frameworks
New research incorporates conservation considerations into occupational health and safety frameworks.
Recovery: Restoring the Floodplain Forest
Restoring elms and other native trees benefits wildlife in the Connecticut River Valley.
Mapping Conservation & History on the Kokoda Track
A new 3-D map of Papua New Guinea’s famous Kokoda Track will help both preserve the country’s military history and protect the surrounding forest.
How Much Does It Cost to Save Tropical Forests and Prevent Climate Change?
New research directly compares, for the first time, how much carbon dioxide could be removed from the atmosphere by both tropical reforestation and deforestation.
Deforestation Exposes Rural People to Dangerous Heat Stress
Rural Indonesians are changing their behavior as deforestation creates increased local temperatures.
