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We Harvest Knowledge
Berkeley has long been involved in engaging California’s populations with its forests. Conservation in this era of climate change is confronted by the reality that no ecosystem, no matter how remote or wild, is protected.
Stormy Meadows by Nicolas Shogo Locatelli

Forests

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Learn About Berkeley Forests

Berkeley Forests operates five research forests throughout the state to develop and test appropriate management strategies for forested watersheds that will flourish under different climate change scenarios. Berkeley Forests is home to the oldest permanent forest plots (1915) and longest running forestry summer camp (1917) in the Western United States.

Fire

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Understanding Fire in California

Given the importance of fire in many ecosystems, along with our dependence on and development into inherently fire-prone landscapes, we need to reach a sustainable coexistence with wildfire. Our goal is to develop and disseminate science-based solutions to wildfire-related challenges.

News

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Devastating Fires Rage Throughout California

November 12, 2018

From WNYC Studios in New York City, The Takeaway speaks to Berkeley Forests Co-Director William Stewart about the wildfires ripping through the state.