Trump administration advances plan to open national forests to development

The administration is moving forward with proposals to reduce environmental protections on federal forest lands, a shift with implications for carbon storage, renewable energy siting, and land-use policy in climate-sensitive ecosystems.

First covered Aug 19, 2026 · 3:18 PM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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earthjustice.org Scientistletter Roadlessrule Sept182025 (earthjustice.org)

usda.gov Usda Acts Remove Roadless Rule Restrictions Exacerbate Rising Wildfire Risk (usda.gov)

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