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Forest fires’ report: 2023 among the five worst years for wildfires in Europe, but 2024 provides some relief

The European Commission Joint Research Center’s (JRC) latest report “Forest Fires in Europe, Middle East and North Africa 2023” was published on 19 November 2024. The report highlights 2023 among the five worst years for wildfires in Europe while emphasizing that 2024 provides some relief.

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2nd EUFORE Stakeholder Workshop discusses research priorities in forestry

The 2nd EUFORE European-level Stakeholder Workshop took place on 27 November in Brussels. The workshop presented research results of different work packages and discussed research priorities.

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CEPF statement ahead of EP vote on EUDR

The adoption of the proposal for an amending Regulation is essential to give additional time to prepare the implementation so and to establish a secure, effective and predictable framework. We trust that the EU Institutions will make the right decisions to provide additional time and to create conditions that support a practical and streamlined enforcement of the Regulation, especially for those who have been practicing sustainable forest management for generations.

Space for Bioeconomy Task Force launch

With an event in Utrecht, ESA launched a new Bioeconomy Task Force aiming to drive forward innovation and support businesses across the European bioeconomy.

Joint Statement | Launch of ESA Space for Bioeconomy Task Force: Insights from European Forest Owners and Managers

Representatives of European forest owners and managers, CEPF, EUSTAFOR and Copa-Cogeca, would like to share their views on the launch of the ESA Space for Bioeconomy Task Force.

Anton Burkhart in front of the European Parliament

In Memoriam of Anton Burkhart

Anton Burkhart passed away on 10 October 2024. The European Forest Owners’ Community is deeply saddened and shocked. Toni was a precious, active, and beloved member of the European Forest Owners’ family, due to his genuine care, not only for forests, but also for the people around him.