Saving the Taiga Woods

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The boreal forests in the Russian Republic of Komi serve as an important carbon storage sink and are home to several crucial species. But the area is threatened in particular by deforestation and forest fires. Since 1995, the region has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Around 15 percent of the forest area is now under protection. The aim is to boost the existing protection system with the help of international aid money and expertise. That includes sensitizing and informing the local population about the significance of their forests in fighting climate change.

A film by Mareike Aden

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Length
6:40 Minutes

Date of publication
2015

Project

Improved protected area system in Komi Republic

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