Nevada, Placer, and El Dorado Counties Form Joint Memorandum to Enhance Wildfire Resilience
Nevada County supervisors authorized a Joint Memorandum of Association with Placer and El Dorado counties to improve wildfire resilience and forest biomass management. The collaboration aims to reduce hazardous forest fuels, support biomass projects, and coordinate economic development related to forest health. All three counties received an 'A' grade for biomass utilization potential, indicating strong infrastructure to support biobased facilities. The agreement allows for flexible actions and joint funding opportunities to address wildfire risks effectively.

Nevada County, Placer County, and El Dorado County have signed a Joint Memorandum of Association to enhance regional wildfire resilience and manage forest biomass. The agreement focuses on reducing hazardous fuels, supporting biomass utilization, and coordinating economic development efforts.
The California Office of Land Use and Climate Resiliency initiated pilot projects to address barriers to biomass removal, identifying key challenges and local potential for biofuel development. All three counties received an 'A' grade for biomass suitability, indicating readiness for new facilities. The memorandum allows for joint action and resource sharing to mitigate wildfire threats and bolster the forest-based economy.




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