improves biodiversity and contributes to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals
JPS has turned an area measuring 17,000 m2 into untouched forest. This area is part of a total forested area of 220,000 m2, located less than one kilometre from Yding Skovhøj, Denmark’s highest ‘mountain’ at 172 metres. In practice, this means that timber does not need to be removed, and that no active efforts are required to plant trees. The forest is going to live its own life from this point on.
Untouched forest plays a vital role in preserving and promoting biodiversity. Forest that remains untouched by human activity allows a broad spectrum of plant and animal species to thrive, while also maintaining nature’s ecosystems.
Untouched forest serves as habitat for a multitude of species. The diversity of trees, shrubs, plants, and undergrowth creates varied habitats and ecological niches for different organisms. It allows for a complex food network where different species interact and depend on each other for survival and reproduction.
Untouched forest contributes towards fulfilment of the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Untouched forest makes a contribution towards fulfilment of the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and thus forms an important part of the overall sustainable development agenda. Learn more about our work with the SDGs.
For example, untouched forest is linked to these objectives:
Sustainable Development Goal 6
Untouched forest plays a crucial role in preserving water resources and maintaining water quality. Forest areas function as natural water collection areas and help regulate water flows, reduce flooding, and improve water filtration.
Sustainable Development Goal 11
Untouched forest plays a crucial role in the fight against climate change. Forests absorb carbon dioxide and help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Preservation of untouched forest helps to maintain the forest’s carbon stock and minimise the emission of CO2, which is crucial when it comes to limiting the impact of global warming.
UN's Sustainable Development Goal 17
To preserve and protect untouched forest, collaboration is required across sectors, including government, civil society, business and local community. Partnerships are a way of boosting conservation efforts, improving forest management and creating synergies with other goals.
Sustainable Development Goal 11
Preservation of untouched forest can have positive effects on nearby communities. Forests can function as recreational areas, support ecotourism, and create economic opportunities for local communities through sustainable forest management practices.
UN's Sustainable Development Goal 15
Untouched forest is important in the preservation of biodiversity and habitats for many plant species, animals and microorganisms. By preserving untouched forest, we contribute to the conservation of endangered species, the preservation of ecosystem services and the maintenance of ecosystem health. Learn more about how we work with Sustainable Development Goal 15.
Sustainable Development Goal 6
Untouched forest plays a crucial role in preserving water resources and maintaining water quality. Forest areas function as natural water collection areas and help regulate water flows, reduce flooding, and improve water filtration.
Sustainable Development Goal 11
Preservation of untouched forest can have positive effects on nearby communities. Forests can function as recreational areas, support ecotourism, and create economic opportunities for local communities through sustainable forest management practices.
Sustainable Development Goal 11
Untouched forest plays a crucial role in the fight against climate change. Forests absorb carbon dioxide and help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Preservation of untouched forest helps to maintain the forest’s carbon stock and minimise the emission of CO2, which is crucial when it comes to limiting the impact of global warming.
UN's Sustainable Development Goal 15
Untouched forest is important in the preservation of biodiversity and habitats for many plant species, animals and microorganisms. By preserving untouched forest, we contribute to the conservation of endangered species, the preservation of ecosystem services and the maintenance of ecosystem health. Learn more about how we work with Sustainable Development Goal 15.
UN's Sustainable Development Goal 17
To preserve and protect untouched forest, collaboration is required across sectors, including government, civil society, business and local community. Partnerships are a way of boosting conservation efforts, improving forest management and creating synergies with other goals.