Restoring Moldova’s Forests, Strengthening Governance
We support the Moldova Forest Development Programme by improving forest governance and ensuring alignment with European environmental goals.
Producing innovative and responsible microfibres for the design and mobility of the future
Miko's journey to reduce CO₂ emissions and build a more responsible and innovative industry.
San Pietro in Gu: a project to restore springs to the heart of the community
An initiative to preserve natural heritage, raise public awareness, and promote sustainable management
Reduce, Mitigate, Protect: Giardini di Toscana’s Climate Strategy
A scientific approach to monitoring emissions and investing in nature-based solutions
Strengthening ecological connectivity in the Alps
PlanToConnect: innovative strategies to integrate green and blue infrastructure into territorial planning
Innovative tools for sustainable forest and farm management
CERTI4CLIMA offers a digital approach to optimise forest certification processes
The Future of the Sile River: An Innovative Approach to Biodiversity Conservation
- 2024 2025
- The Future of the Sile River: An Innovative Approach to Biodiversity Conservation
- Italy
- Parco Naturale Regionale del Fiume Sile
Federparchi, Bioprogramm, Aquaprogram
Like much of the Venetian plain, the Sile River’s course has undergone profound environmental, economic, and social transformations in recent years. These changes have led to increased anthropogenic pressures, compromising biodiversity and deteriorating the quality of water and protected habitats.
Read MoreThe PESBioSile project develops sustainable solutions to mitigate anthropogenic pressures and create environmental, social, and economic value.
Growing Legumes for a More Sustainable European Agriculture
- 2024 2028
- Growing Legumes for a More Sustainable European Agriculture
- EU
- Commissione Europea
Ghent University – Belgium, Etifor S.r.l. Società Benefit (ETIFOR) – Italy, Aarhus University – Denmark, Roskilde University – Denmark, Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) – Luxembourg, Interessengemeinschaft gesunder Boden e.V. – Germany, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki – Greece, Institute of Agrifood Research and Technology (IRTA) – Spain, Wageningen University & Research – Netherlands, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Novi Sad – Serbia, Uni Kassel Versität | Organic Agricultural Sciences – Germany, HoGent – Belgium, Institut fir Biologesch Landwirtschaft an Agrarökologie Luxemburg (IBLA) – Luxembourg, Inagro research & advice in agriculture and horticulture – Belgium, Institute for Science Application in Agriculture (IPN) – Serbia, Boerenbond – Belgium, The Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research – Switzerland, Arbeitsgemeinschaft zur Förderung des Futterbaues (AGFF) – Switzerland, Agridea – Switzerland, Legume Technology – United Kingdom, Aberystwyth University – United Kingdom,
Today, European agriculture is facing significant challenges. On the one hand, farmers need to increase production to ensure food security, while on the other hand, agricultural practices must evolve to become more environmentally friendly. Achieving these goals requires a shift to more sustainable cropping systems that rely less on external inputs.
Read MoreLEGENDARY: KnowLEdGE creation and iNcreasing acreage of legumes in Diversified cropping systems by quAntification of theiR ecosYstem services.
Certifying Ecosystem Services in Val di Fiemme
- 2020
- Certifying Ecosystem Services in Val di Fiemme
- Italy
- Magnifica Comunità di Fiemme
WOWnature
The Magnifica Comunità di Fiemme, a historic institution in the Italian Alps, manages a forest heritage of over 19,500 hectares, certified since 1997 under the FSC® standard. This territory is a model of sustainable forest management that protects biodiversity, ensures carbon sequestration, and preserves water and soil quality. However, extreme climatic events such as Storm Vaia have jeopardized the resilience of these forests and their ability to provide benefits—so-called ecosystem services—to the community and surrounding area.
Read MoreFrom storm Vaia to regeneration: the Magnifica Comunità di Fiemme certifies positive impacts on carbon, biodiversity, water, soil, and tourism.
Ensuring Timber Traceability: Etifor’s Support for EUTR Compliance
- 2021 2022
- Ensuring Timber Traceability: Etifor’s Support for EUTR Compliance
- Italy
- Agenzia Forestale Regionale per lo Sviluppo del Territorio e dell'Ambiente della Sardegna (Fo.Re.S.T.A.S.)
According to Interpol estimates, between 15% and 30% of the timber traded globally originates from illegal activities, generating an annual value of approximately 150 billion US dollars. To combat illegal timber trade in the European market, the European Parliament approved Regulation (EU) 995/2010, known as EUTR, on October 20, 2010. This regulation came into force on March 3, 2013.
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How Forestas and Etifor collaborate to promote transparency and sustainability in forest product management in Sardinia