WG2: MODELS and METHODS

The work in WG2 will address the requirements of a conceptual framework for the multifunctional forest management planning focusing on models and methods used to characterize ecosystem services. It will focus on the integration of various modelling approaches at the landscape level. An assessment of existing criteria and indicators for sustainable use of ES is central to the Action. This is done first by screening the full range of sectors having interest on a certain set of ES, specific approaches used to identify, classify, quantify and integrate ES into forest management planning, the Strategic Research Agenda of the EU Forest Technology Platform and bio economy initiatives. As well, the relevant international conventions and EU level forest policy documents prepared for designing future forest management interventions will also be screened in documenting and cross examination of management models and methods used in various EU countries. The case studies provide a basis for integrating the work of the different tasks.