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FOREST WATER QUALITY / Pan Pac Forest Products, an important source of Abodo’s Radiata Pine, regularly monitor streams that flow through their forestry sites. By collecting samples from catchments, they are able to check eDNA sequencing in the water, which reveals the biodiversity of the stream. The Pākuratahi Land Use Study involves the analysis of water samples, hydrology, stream morphology and stream ecology in neighbouring catchments with different land uses over a 12-year period. Part One of this study, published in 2006, showed that the pine forest catchment had the lowest overall yield of sediment even when the sediment discharge during harvest was taken into account. Part Two of the study began last year and uses new techniques like eDNA sampling, which has already revealed at-risk adult whitebait kōaro living in the pine forest catchment. For Pan Pac’s in-depth sustainability measures, read here>> https://lnkd.in/gVJnJmCG #fsctimber #forestrymanagement #biodiversity #sustainability

#CallforPapers 🔔🔔🔔 This excellent Special Issue will be open for submissions only until 28 February 2025! Start preparing your manuscripts on time to make a contribution ⏰ 📖 Surface Modification and Strengthening of Bio-Based Materials 📌 Submit here 👉 https://t.ly/ApvM6 📆 Deadline: 28 February 2025 🎓 Edited by Dr. Jun Jiang of Nanjing Forestry University This Special Issue will serve as a forum for papers focusing on the following concepts: 💡 Eco-friendly methods for the modification and protection of bio-based materials; 💡 Modification and protection with multi-functions; 💡 Experiments with new methods or characterizations on surface modification and protection; 💡 The development of mechanisms for the modification and protection of bio-based materials; 💡 Advanced material preparation and characterization made from bio-based materials. 🔑 #ecofriendlymethods; #multifunctions; #surfacemodificationandprotection; #mechanismofmodificationandprotection; #advancedmaterials We look forward to receiving your contributions! #specialissue #openforsubmissions #openaccess #openaccessjournal #scientificpublishing #mdpi #mdpicoatings

3 Peaks Environmental's team of registered professionals in agrology, biology, forestry, and other environmental specialties bring comprehensive local resource knowledge, positive regulatory relationships, and a thorough understanding of complex regulations at all levels of government. We draw upon our integrated team to develop robust regulatory matrix that serve as guiding documents for the development and execution of project and operational related activities. Our regulatory services can be customized to fit the clients' needs on a project-specific, or program-specific basis; and we are here to help achieve their project goals while promoting compliance and corporate responsibility. >>> 3peaksenvironmental.ca #environmentalconsulting #environmentalplanning #permitting #hireus #hirethebest

War has an effect not just on people and infrastructure, but also #nature. A new #webinar series from Penn State #Forestry Extension & Calvin Norman explores the negative impacts in #Ukraine. Register for the series below. “The consequences of forest loss will be long-lasting and catastrophic for the southern and eastern regions of Ukraine and agriculture,” Bilous said. “If the war ends tomorrow and Ukraine can make maximum efforts to demine territory and restore the forests lost during the war, it might be possible to reforest the areas of the lost forests within 20 to 30 years. The complexity of reforestation will also be caused by climate changes, which have significantly increased the extreme conditions of tree growth in the east and south of Ukraine. A long-term forecast of 50 to 80 years seems more realistic.” https://lnkd.in/ev8tNGhB

🌍 Discover SOIL:OurInvisibleAlly, enhancing the uptake of sustainable soil management in the Alps. Who are the project partners? 🙋 The Slovenian Forestry Institute, lead partner, together with 11 other partners indluding research institues and interest groups from France, Austria, Italy, Slovenia and Germany. What will they do? 🔧 Provide easy-to-use soil methodologies transnationally transferable in the alpine region. 💧 Apply practical actions at more than 10 pilot sites to protect soil and operationalise the resilience of Alpine soils to climate change impacts. 📣 Help municipalities and landowners to apply soil knowledge by communicating complex systems in an easy-to-grasp way.  Don't miss out the next presentations, follow our page! Take a look at our website to read the list of approved projects at https://lnkd.in/esCiKyTQ #MadeWithAlpineSpace #MadeWithInterreg #SustainableSoilManagement Credits: Isaac Maffeis on Unsplash 

We had the pleasure of hosting Professor Fola Babalola at the Climate Festival in Ilorin. Being a professor of Social and Environmental Forestry in the University of Ilorin, we were indeed enlightened on the need for sustainable urban practices and green space optimization in our cities and communities. #ClimateFestivalIlorin #ClimateConference #PloggathonIlorin #RacingForThePlanet #RacingForRestoration #GenerationRestoration #WorldEnvironmentDay2024 #PloggingNigeria

🔎 News on public access to environmental information 📌Government Decision No. 304/2024 amending Government Decision No. 878/2005 on public access to environmental information was published in the Official Gazette today. It states that when a request for #environmental #information is refused, the refusal must include an explanation of how the public authority assessed the public interest in providing the information. 📌The ECJ's judgment C-234/22 was published, interpreting the provisions of Directive 2003/4/EC on public access to environmental information, specifically in the forestry sector. The Court ruled that the coordinates of the location of Permanent Sample Plots (PSPs), used for the periodic collection of data for the establishment of a national statistical #forest inventory, did not constitute environmental information, the disclosure of which could undermine the confidentiality of the proceedings of public authorities. Suciu Popa #Environmental #Forestry

🌲 #Publication_Alert 🌲 I am thrilled to share that my latest paper, "Assessing Forest Cover Changes and Fragmentation in the Himalayan Temperate Region: Implications for Forest Conservation and Management," has been published as a #corresponding_author in the prestigious "Journal of Forestry Research" (Q1). This research dives into the critical changes occurring in the forest cover of the Himalayan temperate region, a key area for biodiversity and ecological balance. Through detailed analysis and field studies, we've mapped out the extent of forest fragmentation and its dire implications for conservation efforts. Key insights from our study highlight the urgent need for integrated management strategies that can mitigate the impact of fragmentation and promote sustainable conservation practices. This paper not only sheds light on the challenges faced but also proposes actionable solutions to preserve these vital ecosystems for future generations. A heartfelt thank you to all my #colleagues, #mentors, and the #research_team whose tireless efforts and support made this publication possible. Your collaboration and dedication are what bring these important issues to the forefront of forestry research. For those interested in forest conservation and management, I invite you to read our findings and join the discussion on how we can collectively contribute to more resilient forest ecosystems. https://lnkd.in/e4iXYUHB #ForestryResearch #Conservation #SustainableManagement #EnvironmentalScience #HimalayanForestry #AcademicPublishing

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬: 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 – 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬/𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐬: For our upcoming second issue, we invite contributions that push the boundaries of knowledge in the following areas: 𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Novel strategies and results from field studies. 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬: Innovations in sustainable agriculture, forestry, and urban ecology. 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: Assessments and adaptations at various ecological levels. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬: Success stories and lessons learned in habitat and species protection. 𝐓𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: We are accepting the following types of papers 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡: Detailed studies and analyses of new data. 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬: Comprehensive overviews of recent advancements in relevant fields. 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬: Detailed investigation of particular instances of interest in conservation. 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Brief reports of preliminary results or novel concepts. 𝐏𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰: Each submission will undergo a rigorous peer review by experts in the field to ensure the highest standards of scholarly integrity and contribution to the field. 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐭: Submissions should be made through our online portal, accessible via the journal’s website. 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: All papers must be submitted by 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟑𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: For any submission queries, please contact the editorial office at email: editorial.jec@reseaprojournals.com 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞: For more details, visit our website at https://lnkd.in/gW7DvrRM