What did Hans Carl von Carlowitz write about in 1713?

Long-term responsible use of timber.

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Why: His forestry work described conserving and replanting timber for continuous, ongoing use.

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He was a big fan of tree-mendous planning.
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Answer: Long-term responsible use of timber. His forestry work described conserving and replanting timber for continuous, ongoing use.

  1. Sustainability en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sustainability
    the long-term responsible use of a natural resource
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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