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What is the Genetic Conservation Unit (GCU) Network?
Europe’s forest genetic diversity is safeguarded by the Pan-European GCU network through designated Genetic Conservation Units.
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What are indicators for sustainable forest management?
Indicators for sustainable forest management (SFM) are measurable characteristics which support decision-making on forests and their management.
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What are innovative wood products?
Innovative wood products use advanced processing and bioengineering to create more sustainable, functional, high-value materials from wood.
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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.
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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.
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Who holds the power in EU (forest) decision-making?
Who holds the power in EU decision-making – and in forest policy specifically?
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What are the key steps for planning biodiversity monitoring in forest restoration?
Structured monitoring is essential not only to demonstrate restoration success but to guide and improve ongoing efforts.
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How did EU-27 forests develop, and why do they differ from those of the past?
Trends in forest cover change have reversed in Europe, however, and the forest area has been expanding during the 20th and 21st century.
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How have forest resources in the European Union developed?
Deforestation is still ongoing at global level. However, forest resources in the EU 27 have expanded continuously since the 1950s.
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How has the forest-based carbon sink and stock evolved in the European Union?
Contrary to the ongoing deforestation at global level, forest area and growing stock in the EU 27 have expanded continuously since the 1950s.
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How can a forest-based bioeconomy support biodiversity and climate neutrality?
Forests and forestry play a key role in climate change mitigation.
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How does forest management and the use of wood contribute to economic prosperity and employment?
A look into the various roles of forest management and use of wood.
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How can trees and forests support sustainable and climate friendly cities?
Forests and trees support climate-smart cities through renewable bio-based products and ecosystem services that boost resilience and well-being.
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