The SMURF project, in line with the EU’s Forest Strategy
Sustainable forest management and conservation of Europe's biodiversity
SMURF is a 48-month Horizon project that will try to shape the future of Small Forest Holdings in Europe, with strong participation of sectoral representatives.
SMURF will review existing business and management models and will propose and essay new alternatives that could enrich and diversify the European forest value chains.
In particular, a new system for forest carbon credits at the European level will be launched, trying to consolidate functional Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES) systems. Proposals to improve the general support systems and the legal framework for Small Forest Holdings will try to improve the situation of small forest owners.
Through its research and multi-actor approach, SMURF aims to avoid risks of abandonment of forest management, identify values and arguments that could motivate small forest owners and consolidate proper land management and local forest value chains.
The SMURF project, aligning with the EU’s Forest Strategy, aims to champion both sustainable forest management and economic viability.
We’re developing a suite of innovative solutions that focus on small forest properties, designed to conserve Europe’s woodland treasures whilst boosting their profitability.
Our goal is to create a harmonious balance where ecological stewardship and financial prosperity go hand in hand, ensuring a thriving future for Europe’s diverse forest landscapes.
Key actions of the SMURF project
Analysis of the Small Forest owner’s situation in Europe
Identification of business opportunities for Small Forest Holdings
New management models based on Closer to Nature Silviculture
Development of a PES System for the Forest Carbon Market
Establish alliances and cooperation with forest authorities
SFH Roadmap to 2030 and Action Plans to 2027.
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