Listen to the scientists

How do the world’s forests develop? What effect do they have on climate and sustainable development? What interests of conflict exist related to forest management and property rights? Read  what scientists and experts answer when asked to keep it short.

How does forestry affect the soil carbon stock?

In Swedish forests, more carbon is stored in the soil than in living trees. Therefore, forest soil plays an important role in sequestering carbon...

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Why are Sweden’s forests managed the way they are?

Sweden’s forests have one of the most mixed ownership structures in the world which allows quite a lot of legal leeway in forests management

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Are forest fires becoming more frequent?

Is there a change in amount of forest fires and fire-pattern over time? What has caused forest fires, today and in the past?

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How should we use the land?

Seventy-two per cent of the earth's land area is used. How should we optimise its use to ensure sustainable development?

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Do we have more or less forest?

What has the development of forest area been like in modern times and what does the forecast look like for the future?

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How does the IPCC report relate to Swedish forestry?

Researchers Gert-Jan Nabuurs and Gustaf Egnell discuss the parts related to forestry in IPCC's Special Report on Climate Change and Land.

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How does ownership affect forestry?

How does the form of ownership affect how the forest is managed and what it is used for?

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How does the forest's green carbon cycle work?

The forest's green carbon cycle is fundamental to life on Earth. How does this carbon cycle work, and where do forest products fit in

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What is sustainable forest management?

How is sustainable forest management defined? And how can it become an important driver in climate efforts?

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