Who Approved The 45-Hectare Timber Clear-Cut in North Carolina? 2025-05-08
North Carolina’s forests are at the heart of a growing debate over sustainability, environmental justice, and the global demand for wood products. This debate has intensified since a north carolina timber company proposes to clear-cut 45 hectares of oak-hickory forest in the Appalachian Mountains. The proposal has triggered widespread concern and questions: Who approved this large-scale clear-cut? What processes and interests are at play? What are the broader implications for the state’s environment and communities? This article explores the approval mechanisms, the stakeholders involved, and the far-reaching consequences of clear-cutting in North Carolina.
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