What was the purpose of the Healthy Forest Initiative?

The Healthy Forest Initiative was designed to address forest health risks and reduce fire hazards. This initiative recognizes that many forests in the United States face challenges such as overcrowding, disease, and invasive species that can lead to increased risk of wildfires. By implementing management practices aimed at thinning dense stands of trees and removing hazardous fuel loads, the initiative seeks to improve the overall health of forest ecosystems. This not only helps mitigate the risk of wildfires but also promotes healthier forests that can better support biodiversity and other ecological functions. Therefore, the goal is focused on forest management and health rather than solely economic gain, elimination of tree species, or the establishment of national parks.