AT.INTERMODAL supports the climate-friendly forest
Each tree can store approx. 10 kg of CO2 per year. With a lifespan of around 70 years, that is 700 kg. To counteract global warming, it is important to make our forests climate-proof against extreme weather, pests and intensive human use.
AT.INTERMODAL is involved and supports a forest project in Lavanttal!
In times of climate change, the call for sustainable measures in the forestry sector is becoming ever louder. Monocultures, as they were often practiced in the past, are proving vulnerable to changing environmental conditions. In the wake of this realization, the conversion of spruce monocultures into diverse mixed forests, also known as "climate-friendly forests", is becoming increasingly important. This article sheds light on the reasons behind this transformation and the benefits it brings for the environment and forestry.
Why change is necessary:
Spruce monocultures have proven to be particularly susceptible to pests and diseases, especially in the context of climate change. Climate change not only brings higher temperatures, but also increased extreme weather events, which further reduce the resilience of monocultures. In order to counteract the negative effects of climate change, it is essential for forestry to adapt.
The advantages of a climate-friendly forest:
- Promoting biodiversity: The integration of different tree species creates a diverse ecosystem. This promotes the biodiversity of plants, animals and microorganisms in the forest.
- Increase stability: Mixed forests are more resistant to pests and diseases. The different tree species complement each other in their resilience, which leads to an overall stable forest structure.
- Optimize carbon storage: A mixed forest can store more carbon than a monoculture. This contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere and supports efforts to combat climate change.
- Strengthen adaptability: A climate-friendly forest is better prepared to deal with changing climatic conditions. The different tree species make it possible to adapt to different soil and climate conditions.
Because the future is important to us!
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