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Ancient Forests and New Needs

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.

Reflecting on the Newts

An emotional story on the ski slopes this winter reminds us that climate change isn’t waiting. It’s happening. And yet, we keep crossing the line.

The Tragedy of the Commons: Oxygen Depletion in Lakes

Beneath serene surfaces, lakes are suffocating. Oxygen is vanishing fast—threatening ecosystems, biodiversity, and water security. It’s time to act before silence takes over.

Protecting the Yellow-Bellied Toad in Trentino

The yellow-bellied toad iconically uses its brightly colored underside as a defense strategy. Yet, the survival of this species is threatened by habitat destruction. Conservation projects in Trentino aim to support their populations.

To Make a Tree…

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.

Health and Environment… Well-being and Forests

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.

Ecology Concepts: Trophic Webs and Ecosystems Through Nature Documentaries

An ecosystem is a complex network of interactions, often simplified into a pyramid. Documentaries and specialist journals provide insights into its real complexity. I provided you with some tips.

Healthier agroecosystems for the whole community

A vineyard or an apple orchard are not just agroindustrial areas to exploit for food production or the livelihood and profits of farmers. They are multifunctional agroecosystems that affect the quality of life and health local citizens.

The Loneliness of Face Masks

Face masks against Covid-19 must be used to protect the public health. Yet they can threaten the health of oceans and drylands if littered.