The Chestnut Tree: Bringing Back an American Icon

It’s been more than a century that an airborne fungus from Asia nearly wiped out the American chestnut tree. Today, thanks to scientific advancements, dedicated citizen scientists, researchers at SUNY’s College of Environmental Science and Forestry, and The American Chestnut Foundation, there is renewed hope to rescue this iconic species! This 15-minute documentary by Templeton World Charity Foundation highlights some of the work being done toward the tree’s restoration efforts.