{"id":21902,"date":"2026-02-03T10:39:09","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T09:39:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etifor.com\/en\/?p=21902"},"modified":"2026-02-16T11:21:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T10:21:34","slug":"bosco-di-mestre-zaher","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etifor.com\/en\/portfolio\/bosco-di-mestre-zaher\/","title":{"rendered":"Strengthening the Zaher Forest for Mestre\u2019s Future<\/span>"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Covering 230 hectares \u2014 an area twice the size of the island of Murano \u2014 <\/span>Bosco di Mestre<\/b> is a vital green lung comprising the hubs of <\/span>Carpenedo<\/b>, <\/span>Osellino<\/b>, <\/span>Campalto<\/b>, and the <\/span>Querini<\/b> areas. Among these, <\/span>Bosco di Zaher<\/b> stands out, dedicated to the memory of Zaher Rezai, a young Afghan migrant. To preserve this space for recreation and remembrance, it is essential to transition from spontaneous growth to active, responsible forest management capable of ensuring long-term health and resilience.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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The project<\/span><\/h2><\/span>
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Starting from 2026, <\/span>Bosco di Zaher<\/b> will undergo series of maintenance and expansion works. The plan involves targeted management to encourage the development of typical lowland woodland through two lines of action:<\/span><\/p>\n