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Social and Environmental Benefits of Forests - Main Report

Last updated :17 Apr 2025

Topic: Using woodlands

Sub topic: Forest industry

The study examines the social and environmental benefits of UK forests. 

Summary

UK forests bring many benefits beyond marketable timber. This study looks at how forests benefit people and the environment. The areas it examined include:

  • recreation
  • biodiversity
  • landscape
  • carbon storage

The report uses clear data to help assess how forests contribute to the UK economy. 

Social and Environmental Benefits of Forests - Main Report

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