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The Forests of Serbia – Guardians of Water, Soil, Life, and the Future
As the world increasingly recognises forests as key allies in the fight against climate change, Serbia is recording a positive trend – forest cover today stands at 39 percent, with total green cover reaching 43.1 percent of the country’s territory.…
CIRES Study: Wildfires Pollute Rivers for Up to Eight Years After They Burn
The time of year has arrived when red weather alerts become a daily feature in forecasts. High temperatures and dry air pose a danger related to a phenomenon once considered seasonal and mostly local—but which has now become global. Wildfires,…
Learning Under the Canopy: Belgraders Attend Tree Workshop by the Danube
A Sunday afternoon on the Zemun Quay was marked by nature, learning, and community spirit. Citizens had the opportunity to spend the day outdoors, learning about the trees that inhabit this riverside area. The first workshop was organized by the…
International Day of Forests: Global Challenges and the State of Forests in Serbia
Significant efforts to raise awareness about the importance of forest ecosystems began in 2012, when the United Nations General Assembly declared March 21 as the International Day of Forests. On this day, countries around the world conduct activities focused on…
When Promises Become Reality – Deforestation Rate Declines in Brazil
Governments of many countries set ambitious goals and make grand promises. The shaky trust we have in them often stems from many failures to fulfill those promises. As someone who deals with such topics daily, I frequently come across headlines…
What is the fate of the Bajdina forest in Belgrade?
In the Belgrade neighborhood of Mirijevo, the third session of the City of Belgrade’s Planning Commission was held a few days ago, where the fate of the spontaneous Bajdina forest was discussed. Previous discussions were interrupted due to clashes between…
Green Projects of Serbian Scientists – Biopesticides for Protection of Trees From Deadly Pests
The spongy moth is one of the most dangerous forest pests in Europe, Asia, North America, and Africa. This invasive pest can weaken and destroy trees by defoliating, i.e. destroying the leaves. A spongy moth larva can eat up to…