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Benefits of Forestry - A Summary

Last updated :17 Apr 2025

Topic: Using woodlands

Sub topic: Forest industry

A summary of the 2003 study on the benefits forests and woodlands provide to people in the UK. 

Summary

Forests and woodlands provide a wide range of benefits to people in the UK. A major study on these benefits was published in 2003. This factsheet summarises the main findings and benefits, which include:

  • income and employment

  • opportunities for outdoor recreation

  • supporting biodiversity

  • soaking up carbon

  • improving air quality  

Benefits of Forestry - A Summary

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