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Fond du Lac Forestry

Collaborating with communities to sustainably manage and conserve Minnesotan forest

USA
Fond du Lac Forestry

Minnesota is one of the fastest warming states in North America. In the coming years, scientists predict the state will experience more heat-related deaths, lower crop yields and devastating floods amongst other related impacts. Indigenous Native American communities, who are strongly connected to the region's environment, have already begun to notice significant changes. As climate change continues to strengthen its grip in the coming years, the viability of many species and habitats that are vital to Tribal Nations in Minnesota will be threatened - leaving indigenous ways of life in jeopardy.

Location
United States
Type
Improved Forest Management
Registry
ACR
Standards
acr

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Development Goals

To learn more about the Sustainable Development Goals verified by the standard for this project, please check the project's registry link above.

The Solution

The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa (Fond du Lac), located in northeastern Minnesota, are one of six bands who comprise the Indigenous Minnesota Chippewa Tribe. Striving to protect native lands and natural resources, this project is developed as part of the Tribal Land Conservation Initiative and works closely with the Fond du Lac people to sustainably manage an area that covers over 8,197 acres of landscape. Revenue generated from carbon credits allows for community members to acquire traditional homelands, develop renewable energy projects, and support other tribal community members through social programmes.

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Image credit: Dudley Edmondson
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Image credit: Stan Tekiela
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Image credit: Stan Tekiela
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Image credit: Dudley Edmondson
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Image credit: Stan Tekiela
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Image credit: Stan Tekiela

The Impact

The project aims to protect the region and its natural resources not only to reduce emissions from deforestation but additionally for the cultural, spiritual, and physical well-being of the Fond du Lac people. By improving the management of Minnesotan forest, the project preserves native species such as black bears, timber wolves, bald eagles, owls, and white-tailed deer.

Project ID: 303924
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