"Biden Administration's Bold Actions to Safeguard Old-Growth Forests and Combat Climate Change"

The Biden administration has proposed new measures to conserve and restore the nation's old-growth forests, aiming to combat greenhouse gas emissions and address climate change. The proposal seeks to amend forest land management plans across the country, with a focus on preserving and restoring old-growth and mature forests. These forests play a crucial role in absorbing carbon dioxide and are well-suited to store more carbon than younger forests. The initiative aligns with President Biden's Earth Day Executive Order and includes updating the Northwest Forest Plan to enhance climate resilience.