Forester's Reimagining of Wildfire Risk Reduction

Explore a professional forester's innovative approach to wildfire risk reduction in this 15-minute TEDx talk. Delve into Gerald Cordeiro's reimagining of forests in the wildland urban interface amidst climate change, shifting from anthropocentric perspectives to encompass dynamic interactions influencing forest health across various scales. Discover modern forest management practices aimed at safeguarding ecological and community resilience against climate-driven threats. Learn about strategies promoting sustainable economic development and fostering reconciliation with Indigenous communities. Gain insights from Cordeiro's 25 years of experience in the forest industry, including field work, planning, harvesting, road and bridge construction, and manufacturing, as well as his recent involvement in interagency collaboration on a large wildfire risk reduction project.

A forester’s reimagining of wildfire risk reduction | Gerald Cordeiro | TEDxSelkirkCollege