healthy forests
[/ˈhɛlθi ˈfɔrɪsts/]
noun phrase
florestas saudáveis
1. Forests that are ecologically balanced, biodiverse, and resilient, with adequate tree density, minimal disease, proper water cycles, and thriving wildlife populations
Healthy forests play a crucial role in combating climate change by sequestering carbon dioxide.
Florestas saudáveis desempenham um papel crucial no combate às mudanças climáticas, sequestro de dióxido de carbono.
2. Forests managed through sustainable practices that maintain ecological integrity and productivity
The government implemented policies to promote healthy forests through controlled burning and selective harvesting.
O governo implementou políticas para promover florestas saudáveis através de queimadas controladas e colheita seletiva.
In Brazil, 'florestas saudáveis' is increasingly used in environmental policy, particularly regarding Amazon conservation and Atlantic Forest restoration. The term reflects growing awareness of ecosystem health beyond just tree count, encompassing biodiversity, indigenous land management, and climate resilience. In the USA, the concept is central to the Forest Service's management philosophy and climate action initiatives.
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