Forest Policies and Adaptation to Climate Change in Maine: Stakeholder Perceptions and Recommendations

Alyssa R. Soucy, University of Maine, OronoFollow
Sandra De Urioste-Stone, University of Maine, OronoFollow
Ivan J. Fernandez, University of Maine, OronoFollow
Aaron Weiskittel, University of Maine, OronoFollow
Parinaz Rahimzadeh-Bajgiran, University of Maine, OronoFollow
Tom Doak, Maine Woodland Owners AssociationFollow

Abstract

Socioeconomic pressures require forest management to address the impacts of climate change. However, we must ask, Are current forest policies sufficient to deal with the impacts of climate change? Here, we report on two surveys of forest stakeholders in Maine including woodlot owners and forestry professionals and discuss their perceptions of the barriers to climate change adaptation. We conclude with several policy directions including reevaluating existing policies, expanding incentivebased policies, integrating adaptation efforts into mitigation efforts, and increasing communication and outreach.

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https://doi.org/10.53558/XNWP9949

Recommended Citation

Soucy, Alyssa R. , Sandra De Urioste-Stone, Ivan J. Fernandez, Aaron Weiskittel, Parinaz Rahimzadeh-Bajgiran, and Tom Doak. "Forest Policies and Adaptation to Climate Change in Maine: Stakeholder Perceptions and Recommendations." Maine Policy Review 30.1 (2021) : 66 -77, https://digitalcommons.library.umaine.edu/mpr/vol30/iss1/8.