This policy recognises that forestry can play a significant role in mitigating climate change through expanding the storage of carbon within and outside the forest, and through providing an alternative product to non-renewable energy and energy-intensive materials.
FPC: Policy 60 - Climate change adaptation
Policy
The Forest Products Commission (FPC) acknowledges the significant impact of climate change on forestry resources and is committed to ensuring sustainable management through the implementation of environmentally sound forestry management and adaptation practices.