The Forest Pledge

An estimated 50 million trees are bulldozed in Australia each year, leading to the deaths of over 70 million native animals as a result of deforestation across Australia. A healthy ecology of our native forests is an important resource for future generations. It assists in the supply of clean water and food production, as well […]
An end to native forest logging.

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An estimated 50 million trees are bulldozed in Australia each year, leading to the deaths of over 70 million native animals as a result of deforestation across Australia. A healthy ecology of our native forests is an important resource for future generations. It assists in the supply of clean water and food production, as well as ensures the survival of threatened species of native flora and fauna. Native forests are an important sink for atmospheric carbon, making them an important measure to help ameliorate rising temperatures from climate change. Vets for Climate Action has long advocated for an end to native forest logging and we are proud to support the Forest Pledge, on behalf of the animals we love and care for. To learn more, visit https://theforestpledge.com.au/ and write to your MP to invite them to take the pledge!

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Campaign Details

Group Leading this Campaign: Veterinarians for Climate Action

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Who this Campaign is Targeting: Your MP - level not specified

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Campaign Ran From: 2023 to 2025

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Outcome Evidence: The Independent Federal Member for Mackellar Dr Sophie Scamps launched this pledge in November 2023 to call on all state and federal politicians "to work together toward a total national ban on harvesting native timbers from our precious forests". As of Feb 2025, the “Forest Pledge” website currently lists 23 Federal politicians, 19 State politicians, and 6 former politicians who have signed the pledge. The website also lists 47 organisations who have signed onto the pledge, including Vets for Climate Action. (Ascertained Feb 2025.)

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The Forest Pledge

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States/Territories