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Kassandria - Greece

Forest restoration and creation

The aim of this project, located in Sani in Greece, is to restore this remarkable dune forest.

2023 - 2024
A financer
Surface
2
ha
Nombre d'arbres
6 000
Résumé du projet
The aim of this project, located in Sani in Greece, is to restore this remarkable dune forest. Because of climate change, this forest is threatened with extinction. In addition to the risk of fire, the main threat here is the unprecedented shrinkage caused by the very strong summer storms, which flattened many of the trees, especially the one in 2018. A study of satellite images has shown that over the last 10 years, the forest has lost 30% of its original plant cover. The aim is to collect seeds from the most viable seed trees in order to put them in nurseries. The seedlings will then be planted in the previously identified gaps. As well as maintaining this remarkable forest, the planting will help to recreate habitats for local biodiversity. Once restored, the forest will help combat climate change by storing atmospheric carbon.
Principales essences :
Pinus halepensis, Pinus pinea
Nombre total d'essences :
2
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Sur le terrain
Contexte local

The project is rooted in the Cassandra peninsula to the south-east of Thessaloniki, in a Natura 2000 area. This coastal area is characterised by marshes, dunes, reeds, scrub and ancient Aleppo pine forests. It offers a diversity of habitats and resting places for numerous species of birds, some of which are migratory, as well as essential habitats for local aquatic species. Aleppo pine forests play a crucial role in protecting the soil against erosion, thanks to their roots and foliage, which reduce the impact of rainfall.

The Aleppo pine is widespread around the Mediterranean, particularly in Greece, but its survival is threatened by fires, storms and climate change.

Actions sur le terrain

Natural regeneration silvicultural work takes place over several years:

  • Identification of areas to be regenerated;
  • Collection of cones from the most viable seed trees;
  • Planting seeds in nurseries;
  • Selection of young seedlings and planting in the gaps left by the storm;
  • Scientific monitoring.
Impact
CLIMAT
Supports human well-being, by providing resources, income, education, and supporting recreation and heritage.
BIODIVERSITÉ
Influences the quality and integrity of the soil-water system, and the cycling of water and nutrients.
EAU ET SOLS
Preservation of local biodiversity by providing suitable habitats and resources.
SOCIAL & ÉCONOMIQUE
Contributes to the mitigation of the greenhouse effect and influences precipitation patterns and the local microclimate.
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