Suche
Mein Konto
Outrage over clear-cutting: Emden city forest in the crosshairs of criticism!
Forestry work in the Emden city forest is causing discussions. The aim is sustainable forest management and biodiversity.
Outrage over clear-cutting: Emden city forest in the crosshairs of criticism!
The “Tree Planting Challenge” is currently very popular and attracts attention, but there is excitement in Emden. In the city forest, wide paths were cut into the trees, which caused outrage among tree lovers. However, the city of Emden had announced in advance that the forest edges would be cleared and skid paths would be created in order to explain the vitality-promoting measures. This work is part of sustainable management that is intended to secure the Emden city forest not only ecologically but also economically, as nwzonline.de reports.
The forestry work aims to revitalize the ancient trees. Targeted thinning gives the remaining trees more light, nutrients and space. Diseased or unstable trees are removed to encourage the growth of more stable specimens. This approach not only creates better living conditions for the trees, but also supports the diversity of flora and fauna in the forest.
Ecological and economic goals
Another important aspect of the work is the creation of skid paths. These are crucial for the careful use of forestry machines and the future care of the forest. In addition, clearing the edges of the forest prevents overgrowth of unstable trees and preserves valuable transitions between forest and open land, which attract many animal species. The explosiveness of the discussion is reflected in the fact that these interventions are currently affecting some paths, which will of course be restored once the work is completed.
The forestry work, which began at the end of July and will last up to twelve days, is being carried out in coordination with the district forester of the Lower Saxony Chamber of Agriculture and is being carried out by a specialist company. The felled wood is largely transported away, which contributes to the creation of this certified forestry, which, according to bmel.de, is crucial for the preservation of vital forests. Sustainability in forestry ensures that social, economic and environmental values are secured for future generations.
Reforestation initiatives
As part of the challenge, three companies were also nominated, each with the goal of planting a tree within a week. If this is not implemented, you will be invited to a barbecue, which ensures a relaxed and communicative atmosphere and serves the goal of supporting 3,000 tree plantings by 2027 to reforest the local forest.
In view of the current developments in Emden and the many positive initiatives, the challenge for everyone involved must ultimately be the creation of livable and species-rich habitats that could also bring joy to future generations.