How do climate-resilient forests develop?

Excursion and International Seminar Series within the Project “Forest Resilience: Science & Practice”

How do forests develop that are capable of withstanding the challenges of climate change? This question was at the centre of the outreach project “Forest Resilience: Science & Practice” of the Competence Centre Landscape Resilience, which combined a subject-specific field excursion with an accompanying international online seminar series.

Together with the EnriCo research team from the Faculty of Forest Sciences and Forest Ecology, participants gained in-depth insights into current research on forest resilience. The programme explored how forests respond to changing climatic conditions – from soil processes and root systems up to the tree canopies.

A particular focus was placed on modern methods of forest research. Participants were introduced to innovative measurement instruments and learned how researchers analyse tree growth, water balance, and stress responses. A special highlight was the visit to a tree canopy walkway, which provided new perspectives on the structure, function, and dynamics of forest ecosystems.

The excursion was complemented by an international online seminar series addressing key challenges related to climate change and land use. Exchange with international experts opened additional scientific perspectives and deepened understanding of global transformation processes in forest and landscape management.

The project was funded by the Eva Mayr-Stihl Foundation and contributes to linking scientific knowledge on forest resilience with practice-oriented experience.

Detailed information on the outreach project can be found on the
Project page of the Competence Centre Landscape Resilience.

Further impressions are available in the
LinkedIn post of the Faculty of Forest Sciences and Forest Ecology.