Forest Carbon Opportunities and Challenges, Climate Smart, IRA, and Beyond

Thursday, October 26, 2023

10:30am - 12:00pm PST

Location: A7

CFE 1.5 / ISA CEU 1.5 / ESA CEU .375

Moderator(s)

Zack Parisa

CEO
NCX

Panelist(s)

SH

Sarah Hall

National Director of Forestry
American Forest Foundation
Mike Smalligan

Forest Stewardship Coordinator
Michigan - DNR
Lansing, Michigan, United States
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Nikola Smith

Program Manager of IRA Landowner Programs
USDA Forest Service.

The panel of experts will discuss the challenges of implementing nature-based solutions, such as adequate funding and governance structures. They will explore ways of collaborating, involving stakeholders from different sectors, and best practices essential for successful implementation.

Learning Objectives:

Clarity on the market challenges and opportunities and perspective on anticipated affect carbon markets may have on the practice of forester from experts in the field.
Understanding the importance of considering socio-economic factors and stakeholders' engagement in implementing nature-based solutions in forest management.