What a healthy forest looks like – in pictures

This forest in New Hampshire is certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), which requires that ecological values and functions (such as these flowers) remain intact after trees are harvested. Photograph: Domtar

Have you wondered what a healthy, responsibly managed North American forest looks like? These photos show a Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified forest in New Hampshire that supplies Domtar’s manufacturing base. FSC forests like this one provide sustainable sources of pulp and paper, and promote environmentally sound and socially beneficial management practices.

FSC promotes environmentally sound management of the world’s forests. Photograph: Domtar

Wild berries are part of the biodiversity present within this FSC certified forest. Photograph: Domtar

Wildlife thrives in sustainably managed forests. Photograph: Domtar

FSC specifies expanded protection for rivers, lakes and other water bodies. Photograph: Domtar

Wildflowers growing in the forest. Photograph: Domtar

New Hampshire forest canopy. Photograph: Domtar

FSC helps ensure forests remain for generations to come. Photograph: Domtar

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