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The Guardian - US
The Guardian - US

What a healthy forest looks like – in pictures

FSC forest
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 forest
FSC promotes environmentally sound management of the world’s forests. Photograph: Domtar
FSC forest berries
Wild berries are part of the biodiversity present within this FSC certified forest. Photograph: Domtar
wildlife in FSC forest
Wildlife thrives in sustainably managed forests. Photograph: Domtar
FSC forest
FSC specifies expanded protection for rivers, lakes and other water bodies. Photograph: Domtar
FSC forest flowers
Wildflowers growing in the forest. Photograph: Domtar
FSC forest
New Hampshire forest canopy. Photograph: Domtar
FSC forest
FSC helps ensure forests remain for generations to come. Photograph: Domtar

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