Future of the forest: Federal Forest Act under sharp criticism
Future of the forest: Federal Forest Act under sharp criticism
The future of forests in Germany: A call for flexible forest management
Berlin, August 30, 2024 - The debate about the upcoming changes in the Federal Forest Act has made large waves in German society. The focus of this discussion is an unofficial design, which was developed by the Ministry of Food and Agriculture. The effects of these legal changes on the forest are of considerable importance, especially in the context of climate change, which is considerably stressful for the forests of Germany.
The Germans face an urgent question: How can the forest be protected in its function as a valuable carbon speech without giving up flexible management that is necessary for its health and durability? Julia Möbus, Managing Director of the German Saw and Wood Industry Federal Association (DESH), emphasizes the need to pay attention to responsible use of the forest during this legalization processes. "The damage caused by drought, harmful insects and storms are clear signs of the changes that our forests experience through climate change," she explains.
The amendment of the Federal Forest Act aims to create a legal basis for sustainable forest management. However, this is a sensitive undertaking, since rigid regulations could possibly have a counterproductive effect. Möbus points out that the connection between forest management and wood use is a sustainable solution: "The wood industry is ready to take on a leading role in maintaining the forests, but this requires flexible legislation."
A central concern of this discussion is to involve the forest owners in the process. "Instead of simply passing the climate protection commitments from other sectors to the forest, the focus should be on promoting dynamic forest management," demands Möbus. "We have to support the people who work directly with our forests to guarantee long -term preservation."
The importance of this discussion goes beyond the legal framework and is a reflection of a greater social challenge. Forest management has a direct impact on the performance of the ecosystem, biodiversity and ultimately also on the quality of life of people. In this regard, it is important that both political decision -makers and industry take responsibility in order to find a balance between the needs of nature and society.
The German saw and wood industry Association is an important voice in this debate with more than 350 members, since it acts as a link between the forest and wood processing. Your participation in the legislative discussion is crucial for progress in the sustainable use of wood as a resource.
In summary, it becomes clear that the amendment of the Federal Forest Act raises fundamental questions about dealing with the challenges of climate change. A flexible and integrative approach could be the key to maintain Germany for future generations and at the same time use their valuable resources.The German Sägung- und Wood Industry Bundesverband is available for further information:
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German saw and wood industry
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