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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

6. Clean Water and Sanitation

Reduced erosion and pollution

through sustainable forest management

8. Decent work and economic growth

Tourism is boosted

by maintaining forest, habitats, and recreational opportunities

9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

New revenue stream for forest landowners available

benefitting the local community

11. Sustainable communities and cities

Community character and economic viability are sustained

by maintaining forests and ensuring sustainable forest management

13. Climate Action

63,000 tonnes of CO2e reduced

on average annually, throughout the 20-year crediting period of the project

15. Life on land

8,325 acres or 3,369 hectares

of upland forest under improved management

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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