Forest and Building Incentives: Supporting Landowners and Sustainable Construction
This act introduces financial incentive programs for private forest owners to help them conserve forests and increase carbon sequestration. Additionally, it supports the use of bio-based building materials in new constructions and renovations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Citizens can benefit from these programs through direct payments or indirectly, by improving environmental quality.
Key points
Private forest owners can receive payments for activities that increase carbon sequestration, such as tree planting or improved forest management.
Long-term contracts (15-30 years) are available, with higher compensation rates for longer commitments.
The program supports sustainable construction by offering financial incentives for using bio-based products in non-residential buildings.
The goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and create forestry jobs.
Status:
Expired
Record your position for audit.
Why does your vote on bills matter?
It creates raw, undeniable proof. Civic Will provides the permanent data to verify the Government's loyalty towards its citizens
(explained here).
Start recording it now.