Japan
Yasuga Irodori Forest, Where People and Animals
Live in Harmony
The forests of Okuharima are in a state of deterioration
due to a lack of care. If the situation continues unabated,
the inherent role of satoyama (village forests) – which
serve as a boundary between wildlife and humans – will be
compromised.
Wild
animals will enter the village, threatening the existence
of both parties. Therefore, Cosmo Energy teamed up with
the local community to thin 20,000 square meters of woodland
to create a forest with plenty of sunlight. Furthermore,
it planted low-growing flowering trees and shrubs such as
hydrangeas and peonies, creating an environment where people
can visit freely. In addition, repairing waterways is essential
to improve drainage and install protective fencing to prevent
wild animals from entering the area. Through these efforts,
Cosmo Energy will create the Yasuga Irodori Forest, where
people and wildlife live in harmony with one another.
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