Assessment and mapping of Ecosystem Services in the INTERREG project Healthy Forest Regions

In the INTERREG project “Healthy Forest Regions,” E.C.O. supports the Styrian Eisenwurzen Nature Park in coordinating Work Package 2, focusing on payment models for forest ecosystem services. E.C.O. leads the assessment of forest-based ecosystem services in the pilot region, develops alternative management scenarios, and explores innovative financing mechanisms. By identifying market potential and testing payment schemes, E.C.O. contributes to securing forest functionality and promoting biodiversity, ultimately strengthening sustainable regional development in the face of climate change.