Briefing

European forest ecosystems: key allies in sustainable development

Briefing Published 21 Mar 2023 Last modified 25 Apr 2023

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Photo: © Grzegorz Piaskowski, Well with Nature /EEA

European forests are vital to achieving Sustainable Development Goals 15 and 6, related to life on land, and clean water and sanitation, respectively. Insights into the current state of European forest ecosystems, drivers of societal demands and other pressures, and their governance are essential for effective management and decision-making at local, regional and European levels. This briefing outlines the main characteristics of forests in Europe today and some key trends around their extent and condition.

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