Green Climate: Helping the Earth Heal
Green Climate is a charitable organization committed to the sustainability and environmental protection of our natural resour
We must protect our natural resources.
Critical & Magical
To effectively tackle the climate change crisis, it is essential for charitable organizations to advocate for the protection, improvement, and expansion of the earth's natural resources. Old growth forests, wetlands, and oceans play a crucial role in capturing and storing CO2 and other greenhouse gases. This ongoing process of carbon capture and sequestration is vital for environmental protection and sustainability, unlike other strategies that may have limitations. Furthermore, promoting forest conservation and responsible timber harvesting can enhance these efforts.
It is essential that we enjoy our natural resources and value the magic they hold. As a charitable organization focused on environmental protection and sustainability, we recognize the priceless experience of our forests, wilderness, wetlands, rivers, oceans, parks, and natural monuments. Protecting these areas is crucial in the fight against climate change, as they play a significant role in reducing greenhouse gases and promoting forest conservation through responsible timber harvesting practices.
Green Climate, a dedicated charitable organization, actively participating in the conservation and protection of our natural resources. This commitment not only enhances our enjoyment of these gifts but also represents a viable solution to climate change. Through initiatives focused on environmental protection, forest conservation, and sustainable practices, we aim to reduce greenhouse gases while ensuring responsible timber harvesting.
Increased Timber Harvesting of Federal Forests
On March 1, 2025, the White House issued Executive Order 14225 entitled, “Immediate Expansion of American Timber Production.” The order emphasized that increased timber harvesting on National Forest Lands is “critical to the nation’s well-being” and “essential for crucial human activities like construction and energy production.” Based on these claims, the order seeks to open hundreds of millions of acres of federal forest land to timber harvesting while circumventing “heavy-handed Federal policies.” The policies referenced in the order include essential permitting requirements like those under the Endangered Species Act, which are vital for environmental protection and forest conservation. The Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior were directed to provide guidance on tools to enhance timber production, promote sound forest management, and reduce delivery times while maintaining sustainability and considering the impact on natural resources.
In furtherance of this order, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins issued an April 3, 2025 memorandum, Secretary’s Memorandum 1078-006, “Increasing Timber Production And Designating An Emergency Situation On National Forest System Lands.” This memorandum significantly exceeds the authority granted by the White House Executive Order and mandates that the National Forest Service clear timber deemed necessary to mitigate forest fire risk and address increased tree mortality. In this action, Secretary Rollins makes an Emergency Situation Determination (ESD) under the Biden Administration's Infrastructure, Investment and Jobs Act.
The ESD provision typically allows for expedited action post-storms and wildfires. However, the Secretary’s ESD determination is perceived as an illegal attempt to bypass administrative permitting requirements and the Endangered Species Act. The Secretary uses the ESD to rationalize timber harvesting across 112,646,000 acres of our forests, claiming it is critical for managing climate change impacts and reducing greenhouse gases. Nonetheless, increased timber harvesting does not constitute an emergency action, as evidenced by an order to the National Forest Service enforcing the directive that timber may be sold at the low price set by the ESD.
Green Climate, a charitable organization dedicated to environmental protection, strongly opposes this illegal action and is actively evaluating all options to challenge it.
Science & Perspectives
Forests and wilderness play a crucial role in addressing climate change and are essential for environmental protection. As a charitable organization focused on sustainability, we recognize that forest conservation is vital for reducing greenhouse gases and preserving our natural resources. Responsible timber harvesting practices can further enhance these efforts, ensuring that our forests continue to thrive for future generations.
The ongoing impacts of climate change have prompted various efforts by charitable organizations focused on environmental protection and forest conservation. These initiatives aim to reduce greenhouse gases and promote sustainability while safeguarding our natural resources. Additionally, responsible timber harvesting practices are essential for maintaining ecological balance.
Farming can play a significant role in addressing climate change and promoting sustainability. As a charitable organization focused on environmental protection, we recognize that responsible farming practices can help reduce greenhouse gases and conserve natural resources. Additionally, initiatives like forest conservation and sustainable timber harvesting are essential in creating a balanced ecosystem that benefits both agriculture and the environment.
Explore perspectives from various charitable organizations focused on environmental protection and climate change. Notable examples include the Virginia Wilderness Committee, The Wilderness Society and The Nature Conservancy, both of which emphasize sustainability and forest conservation while addressing issues like greenhouse gases and the responsible management of natural resources, including timber harvesting.