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In the context of climate change; human intervention to reduce the sources or enhance the sinks of greenhouse gases. Examples include expanding forests and other “sinks” to remove greater amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, replacing fossil fuel use, switching to solar energy or wind power, and improving the insulation of buildings.

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The Forest Center of Northwest Massachusetts is a resource provided by the Forest Climate Resilience Program, a multi-partner initiative hosted by Mass Audubon.
The Story of Our Forests
A common myth - “the pristine myth” - has been perpetuated by colonization; it is the idea that the forests and lands of much of America were relatively untouched prior to colonization
Forest-Based Climate Solutions
Understanding the causes and impacts of climate change, and the opportunities that natural and working lands present to help mitigate climate risk...
Options for Forest Stewardship
Natural climate solutions (NCS) represent strategies that promote either climate adaptation or mitigation using natural ecosystems or green infrastructure.
Resources for Private Landowners
Many programs exist to help private landowners with their forest management decisions, but finding the right mix of approaches and plans can seem daunting.

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