Infrastructure rhode island state forest action plan

The U.S. Forest Service awarded a $270,000 Project Grant under the Cooperative Forestry Assistance program (CFDA 10.664) to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) on July 8, 2024. The grant funding will support the implementation of the Rhode Island State Forest Action Plan over the period of July 2024 to September 2028.

The Cooperative Forestry Assistance program provides financial assistance to state agencies, universities, and non-profit organizations for a range of forest management and conservation activities across non-federal lands. Under this grant, RIDEM will leverage the federal funding to undertake various initiatives related to developing genetically improved tree seeds and seedlings, conducting landscape-scale forest restoration, mitigating invasive species threats, and promoting sustainable forestry practices in Rhode Island. The grant aligns with the program's key focus areas, including reducing wildfire risks, improving watershed function, enhancing wildlife habitats, and advancing urban and community forestry efforts.