Carbon credits are a lifeline for Vermont’s working forests

This commentary is by Jessica Bakowski, the northeast regional forester for Chestnut Forest Carbon Works. As a professional forester living and working in northern Vermont, I’ve spent more than a decade helping landowners navigate the opportunities and challenges of long-term forest stewardship. Across New England, one question comes up repeatedly: How do we keep forests healthy and ensure they stay in the family for generations?In Vermont, forests are more than a scenic backdrop. Th