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How to generate income from forests?
Wood still funds most European forestry, but diverse ecosystem services need stronger financial support through policy, markets and incentives.
- Forests and people
What tools are available to comply with the EUDR?
Discover what free and/or open-source tools are available to supply chain actors to comply with the EU Deforestation Regulation.
- Sustainable economy
¿Qué herramientas existen para cumplir con el EUDR?
Descubra qué herramientas gratuitas y de código abierto están disponibles para los actores de la cadena de suministro ante el EUDR.
- Sustainable economy
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Forest questions
Frequently asked questions about forests and why they matter
What is?
Going beyond a definition, explore our concise insights into key forest-related topics.
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What do people think about forest restoration in Europe?
Understanding how people perceive forest restoration in Europe.
- Forests and people
How do windstorms affect forests in Europe?
For the past 75 years, windstorms have been the primary natural disturbance affecting European forests, resulting in massive timber losses.
What is genetic monitoring and is it important for forest(ry)?
Genetic monitoring is the measurement of changes in genetic variation & structure within populations over time, based on selected genetic parameters.
- Resilient forests
How are forest soils monitored and what are the challenges?
Forest soil monitoring uses repeated sampling and indicators to assess carbon storage, soil health and ecosystem change.
- Resilient forests
Who holds the power in EU (forest) decision-making?
Who holds the power in EU decision-making – and in forest policy specifically?
- Inclusive governance
Unpacking the geolocation requirements under the EU Deforestation Regulation
This factsheet explores EUDR geolocation requirements and explains how to manage geolocation data.
- Sustainable economy
Unpacking legality requirements under the EU Deforestation Regulation
This factsheet explains the EUDR legality requirements and how operators can assess and demonstrate compliance with relevant legislation.
- Sustainable economy
Comprendre les exigences de légalité du Règlement de l’UE sur la déforestation
Cette fiche explique les exigences du RDUE en matière de légalité et comment les opérateurs peuvent évaluer et démontrer leur conformité.
- Sustainable economy
What is a wildfire?
At its most basic, a wildfire is a chemical reaction of combustion, which requires a source of heat, oxygen, and fuel to get started.
- Resilient forests
What is regenerative agriculture?
Regenerative agriculture uses holistic practices to improve soil health, restore degraded land, and enhance ecological resilience.
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