The climate has always changed; however, not all changes are the same. The question, therefore, is not whether the climate has changed, but how much, how quickly, and through which mechanisms.

Shy plants, gusts of wind, dry branches, hidden movements: what on earth is this forest up to?

A lamb, a pasture, a question that is only seemingly naïve. Behind the bucolic image lies a complex ecosystem, co-constructed by humans and nature, fragile and far from self-evident.

The new mountain law promises protection and development, but it remains to be seen whether its measures can truly make these territories more vibrant and attractive.

Reporting, monitoring, surveys, and prevention are the most powerful weapons in the fight against species that are threatening our urban green spaces.

There are people who by their very nature are inseparably bound to the forest: the case of the Cimbri.

From the Alps to the Mediterranean, Italy holds a treasure of biodiversity. But without concrete action, we risk losing it.

Digital forests and real-time data. Geolocation and simulation tools. How can modern data analytics technologies be integrated with land and forest management?

Old-growth forests represent the last living remnants of the ancient woodlands that once blanketed the European continent. Traditionally deemed useless for silvicultural purposes, they now play a vital role in studying forest dynamics.

When trees defy every record, wonders of nature are born. From Lapland to Carnia, some stories of scientific discoveries that are rewriting the books of botany.

Forest Therapy now represents a new way to use nature in order to foster human well-being. Among the various ecosystem services that forests offer us, Forest Therapy provides tangible opportunities for forest managers while also serving as a tool for prevention and health promotion.

Nature-based Solutions (NBS) offer multiple benefits to both urban and rural environments. They are resilient, effective, cost-efficient, and profitable. In the era of climate change, they represent a land and environmental management tool that is as innovative as it is natural.

The emission of greenhouse gases in the agricultural sector is a challenge for the future. Genetic research, state-of-the-art farming, and feed management can be key to achieving zero emissions, even in the livestock industry. The Hilda cow is just the first great example, the result of innovative genetic selection.

What will the climate of the future be like? How can we determine what lies ahead? And how can we use this information to plan for sustainable development in our territories?

A “Mountain Law” to revitalize and make mountain areas attractive once again. Mountains don’t need political divisions but rather concrete, forward-thinking actions.

What is biodiversity? How is it identified and measured, and how can we enhance and protect it? Can our mountains make themselves a refuge for species and a cradle of biodiversity?

How can livestock farming and forestry coexist in the Alps? Cows, goats, and pigs in high mountain forests revive historical landscapes, benefiting farmers, woodcutters, and tourists through forest grazing.

Can our forests survive current climate change? Will they bring us all the benefits they still provide? How can we make sure that our forests are well managed over the long term even in the climate-change era?

Botanical discoveries drive mankind toward an incessant need for determination. Species that live in a territory are distinguished from others and named. A true botanical version of a treasure hunt.

Pastures are a living part of Alpine culture and landscape. They are a history of men and animals, an example of integration between man and nature and represent a landmark for mountain agriculture, economy and society.

Ecological tensions in the Alps appear as intense today as never before. Are the mountains we have always believed immutable so indifferent to the shared actions of man and nature?

How can forests protect us from natural hazards in the Alps? Technical preventive solutions have been accompanied by biological measures related to careful silvicultural practices for decades.

Water crises, water bombs, and overbuilding. Can we design better, greener and more functional cities for our future? Nature and technology can help us: Have you ever heard of rain gardens?

Nothing new on the forestry front! Hydrogeological safety technologies still pick up from the past. Time changes, but the people's needs remain unchanged. Will we know how to do better than our ancestors?

Summer heatwaves turn out to be a predictable phenomenon for Italy. It is in recent weeks that the Ministry of Environment and Energy Security published the new National Climate Change Adaptation Plan. Will this be a definite turning point for our Country? In the meantime, heat persists, and even small provincial towns far from urban centers are affected by global climate dynamics.

Two iconic pinnacles on the Veneto-Trentino border give way after a week of thunderstorms. Funding and technical knowledge are needed to prevent hydrogeological risk and strategic choices are needed to best guide the course of nature.

What are Monumental Trees and how can they be recognized? Like for our grandparents, it is up to us to remember them, protect them and value them for the good of society.

Flowers and plants are moving unexpectedly in the Alps to survive. By escaping environmental changes they will somehow make it. Are we also ready to deal with the environmental changes that we are facing?

The energy crisis halts milk and cheese production in mountain areas. State incentives for “multifunctional” farms can be effective against the ups and downs of the market and consumer demands.

Thanks to its well-developed forestry sector, Italy can use its wood-energy industry to tackle today's energy and economic crisis and pave the path towards a true "Forest Sovereignty".

How do plants travel? And how much is climate change contributing to their migrations?

The CAREGA Project offers a way to convert scraps of timber production into charcoal, thus from a production waste product into bioenergy.

The EU has claimed that using biomass for energy purposes can cause too much pressure on local ecosystems. Is it really so also in Trentino and Veneto?

Prevention and adaptation are key to mitigate the risk of fires in Italy. How can we reduce the impact of forest fires on the environment and the society?

Droughts and high temperatures have raised the number of forest fires in the Alps. Unlike the fire-adapted Mediterranean environment, Alpine ecosystems are not ready for these events.

Meadows are a high-value element of the mountain landscape. Their conservation and restoration, however, requires a lot of maintenance, preservation, and protection.