Sustainable Forestry Concepts Assessment

The video, led by Mike Klossy, explores sustainable forestry and the benefits of wood. It highlights the environmental advantages of wood, such as carbon sequestration and storage, and the importance of managing forests sustainably. The video discusses the ecological, social, and economic benefits of forests, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to timber harvest and growth. It also covers key sustainable forestry practices, including reforestation, biodiversity management, and water protection. The video concludes with an overview of forest regulations and certification systems that ensure sustainable wood supply.

What is one of the environmental benefits of using wood as a building material?

• It sequesters carbon.

• It is non-renewable.

• It increases carbon emissions.

• It depletes natural resources.

How can wooden interiors impact mental health?

• They can decrease worker productivity.

• They can improve mental health.

• They have no impact on mental health.

• They can increase stress levels.

What is the term used to describe the use of natural building materials like wood?

• Biophilia

• Photosynthesis

• Deforestation

• Carbon sequestration

Which of the following is NOT a type of benefit included in the forest sustainability triangle?

• Ecological

• Social

• Technological

• Economic

What does the term 'stewardship' refer to in the context of sustainable forestry?

• Focusing only on timber production

• Ignoring ecological benefits

• Managing natural resources to meet present and future needs

• Mining forests for resources

What is a major global problem that involves the conversion of forests to other land uses?

• Deforestation

• Urbanization

• Afforestation

• Reforestation

Why is reforestation important for forest sustainability?

• It ensures a long-term supply of wood.

• It increases carbon emissions.

• It reduces biodiversity.

• It prevents natural regeneration.

What is the purpose of stream buffers in sustainable forestry?

• To reduce biodiversity

• To promote deforestation

• To prevent sediment and chemicals from reaching streams

• To increase timber harvest

Which forest certification system is characterized by small timber harvest unit size and minimizing use of forest chemicals?

• Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)

• National Forest Management

• American Tree Farm System

• Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)

What is the main goal of the Oregon Forest Practices Act?

• To increase timber harvest without restrictions

• To eliminate reforestation requirements

• To regulate forest management on private and state lands

• To promote urban development