New research outlines strategies to protect Maine’s last mature forests

Researchers from the University of Maine and Harvard Forest have proposed vital strategies to safeguard Maine’s last mature forests, which are crucial for biodiversity and ecosystem health. These forests, some of the most ecologically significant in the eastern U.S., face threats from logging and urban expansion. The report emphasizes the importance of these areas for carbon storage and their role in supporting diverse wildlife, making its recommendations key for environmental conservation and climate change mitigation efforts.