Family Forest Blog
March 4, 2024
New SBTi Guidance Promising but Falls Short in Incentivizing Enough Corporate Climate Action
SBTI is spot-on in its unambiguous recognition of the vital role the VCM plays in companies investing in nature... our planet depends on investing in nature now.”
February 28, 2024
Climate Disclosure Rules Are Still Evolving, But Companies Can’t Wait to Act
In the face of climate catastrophe and a society looking for solutions now, it’s in companies’ best interest to prioritize climate action while tracking and reporting that action.
February 20, 2024
For Conservation, Climate and Grapes
In Allegany County, you can spot newly planted grapevines. To the Trezise family, Kevin, Rene, and their son Bryce, this is the site of their future farm and vineyard.
February 13, 2024
Who’s Flying in Your Woodlands? Guide to Migratory Birds
The end of winter gives rise to spring migrations as wildlife returns to your woodlands. We're highlighting the common migratory bird species often found in the U.S.
February 6, 2024
Five Principles of Natural Climate Solutions
Using The Principles of Natural Climate Solutions, we’re showcasing how FFCP can be considered a gold standard in carbon project development.
January 30, 2024
The Rural Forest Markets Act: Bringing the Power of Private Finance to Rural Landowners
In the U.S., family forest owners are 21 million strong, owning 290 million acres of forests – making them the largest ownership group of woodlands.
January 26, 2024
Pennsylvania Family Forest Owner Gives Back to Veterans
When Edward Fisher and his wife, Katie, searched for a woodland property to buy in Pennsylvania, they intended to find a place to enjoy for themselves and their family.
January 26, 2024
New England Climate-Smart Commodities Program Now Enrolling Landowners in Four States
More family woodland owners in New England now have an opportunity to apply for financial support to care for their forested property and increase carbon storage.
January 23, 2024
New Paper Clears the Way for Action by Articulating Principles of Natural Climate Solutions
The Nature Conservancy (TNC) has released a scientific paper outlining five key principles crucial for the global implementation of natural climate solutions (NCS).
January 19, 2024
In Memoriam: A Tribute to Michael J. Reed
On Monday, January 15, 2024, the American Forest Foundation and the forest community lost a valued member of our family in Michael Joseph Reed.
January 16, 2024
Who’s Flying in Your Woodlands? The Winter Edition
The winter months are surprisingly exciting time for forest owners wanting to enjoy wildlife on their land.
January 9, 2024
Visiting Sleepy Hollow: Skiing and Carbon Sequestration
Eli Enman and his family own 800 acres of woodlands in Huntington, Vermont. The property opens as a cross-country ski resort during the winters.
January 2, 2024
Your Carbon Cheat Sheet: Forestry & Carbon
We've pulled together a Forest Carbon Cheat Sheet to help you better navigate the carbon market and understand the terms floating around.
December 26, 2023
Cara Dougherty, FFCP Account Manager
Meet Cara Dougherty! Cara is another member of the American Forest Foundation's Account Management team. Originally from New Jersey, Cara now lives in Washington, D.C.
December 21, 2023
The Fight Against Climate Change Needs Nature
At COP28 earlier this month, the American Forest Foundation had the privilege of sharing our work with family forest owners to tackle climate change.