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News 20.12.2024
The problem of illegal dumps in forests
Як скупчення сміття у лісі впливають на середовище? Кого можна повідомити про побутові сміттєзвалища у лісі? Стисло розповідаємо.
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News 12.12.2024
Energy Resilience at Verkhovyna National Nature Park: Key Achievements
A new inverter and lithium battery installed in the Verkhovyna National Nature Park's administrative building now ensures a stable power supply for heating and communications. This crucial step suppor...
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News 10.12.2024
Checklist for purchasing a Christmas tree
Як не легітимізувати дії крадіїв лісу, купуючи різдвяну ялинку? Стисло у публікації.
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Illegal-logging, News 29.11.2024
Illegal Logging in Yasinya Forestry and Hunting Enterprise
Large-scale logging and sabotage of eco-inspectors in the Yasinya Forestry - how LIiS specialists have been fighting logging in the Yasinya region since 2021.
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News 27.11.2024
Treasures of Verkhovyna: The Sulfur Springs
Nestled in the heart of the Carpathian Mountains, a remarkable natural wonder awaits discovery in the Preluchnyi tract near Perkalaba. The Sulfur Spring, first identified in 1968, is more than just a...
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News 21.11.2024
In response to the question concerning the protection of personal data: what is wrong with law №8153?
What potential threats could law №8153 pose to the operations of NGO ForestCom?
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Illegal-logging, News 18.11.2024
Changes in the forest cover of the Carpathian region in October
October satellite monitoring results. What has changed in forest covers of Chernivtsi and Ivano-Frankivsk regions?
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Illegal-logging, News 13.11.2024
Monitoring report of old growth forests changes in the Ukrainian Carpathians for September - October 2024
Are there changes in the old growth forests of the Carpathians: remote monitoring report for September - October 2024.
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Illegal-logging, News 05.11.2024
Forest destruction and theft continues in the Starosambir region
У продовження публікації про “злачні” та безпечні місця для лісокрадів на Старосамбірщині розповідаємо про інші ділянки ДЛГП Старосамбірський ОКС ЛГП “Галсільліс”.
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News 30.10.2024
Treasures of Verkhovyna: The Perkalab-2 Cave
Perkalab-2 Cave is a mysterious neighbor of Perkalab-1 in the Chyvchyny Mountains. This 31-meter natural monument impresses with its wide vertical crevice and stunning views of the Velykyi Preluchnyi...
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Illegal-logging, News, Publications 28.10.2024
Illegal logging in Ukraine in 2023, according to forest users' data: an analytical report
In 2023, a total of 5,185 cases of illegal logging were documented, amounting to 30,262 cubic meters of illegally harvested timber.
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News 22.10.2024
Clarification of the Legal Regime of the Boundaries of the Territory Contaminated with Explosive Ordnance
This article focuses on the detection, demarcation, demining, and rehabilitation for the return to use of territories contaminated by explosive objects.
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Illegal-logging, News 15.10.2024
ForestCom's Remote Forest Monitoring Ongoing Efforts in the Carpathian Region
In September 2024, experts of the NGO ForestCom continued monitoring changes in the forest cover of the Carpathian region and discovered 137 areas where changes were recorded in the summer-autumn peri...
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Illegal-logging, News 14.10.2024
Illegal Logging in Starosambirshchyna: Circular Responsibility vs. Justice
The stages of development related to the case of illegal logging that experts from the NGO ForestCom uncovered a year ago, but this case has only now caught the attention of law enforcement. Unfortuna...
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Illegal-logging, News 11.10.2024
Bill No. 9665: Strengthening Liability for Illegal Logging
Experts from the NGO ForestCom have contributed to amendments aimed at improving Bill No. 9665.
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News 02.10.2024
EUDR: changes in implementation
Today, the European Commission proposed to postpone the application of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) by a year, based on the “feedback” received by international partners.
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News 30.09.2024
Treasures of Verkhovyna: The Perkalab-1 Cave
Perkalab-1 Cave - one of the largest and most fascinating caves in the Chyvchyn Mountains located in the picturesque Verkhovyna National Nature Park. Learn about its formation and why it attracts spel...
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Illegal-logging, News 27.09.2024
Monitoring report of old growth forests changes in the Ukrainian Carpathians for August 2024
In August, experts of the NGO ForestCom conducted monitoring of forest areas with an area of 17,646.9 hectares - that is, 1,434 valuable forest territories from the point of view of nature protection....
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News 26.09.2024
The Issue of Illegal Dumps: A Case of Overcoming It
We want to share a small victory—the elimination of a landfill in a forested area near the village of Dumychi in Lviv Oblast, which was discovered by experts from the NGO ForestCom during field survey...
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Illegal-logging, News 20.09.2024
Seminar for the Specialized Prosecutor's Office in the Western Region Defense Sector
How can prosecutors enhance the effectiveness of representing the state's interests in environmental protection? This was the focus of a recent seminar for prosecutors.
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News 19.09.2024
Photo trap: dead wood and forest dwellers
The camera trap installed in the "Stilske Gorbohirya" RLP recorded red book species: the forest cat and the forest ferret.
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Illegal-logging, News 16.09.2024
Loss of Forest Cover in Temporarily Occupied Territories of Ukraine (2014 - 2023) Increases
Maps from Global Forest Watch show long-term changes in forest cover in temporarily occupied territories, including deforestation due to logging.
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Illegal-logging, News 13.09.2024
ForestCom detected forest cover changes on 462 forest sites in the Carpathian
Throughout the two months (July - August) of 2024, experts from the NGO ForestCom continued monitoring changes in forest cover in the Carpathian region and identified 462 areas where changes occurred...
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Illegal-logging, News 02.09.2024
Monitoring report of old growth forests changes in the Ukrainian Carpathians for July 2024
In July, experts of the NGO ForestCom conducted monitoring of forest areas with an area of 17,646.9 hectares.
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News 30.08.2024
Clear boundaries and reliable fencing for the future infrastructure of Verkhovyna Park
An important stage in preparing for the creation of a rehabilitation and tourism hub has been completed in Verkhovyna National Nature Park. The plot boundaries have been established and the area has b...
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Illegal-logging, News 21.08.2024
Expert Support for Law Enforcement Agencies in Investigating Illegal Logging
Experts from NGO ForestCom collaborate with law enforcement agencies by conducting joint field visits to sites of suspected illegal logging and other identified forest offenses.
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News 12.08.2024
Training Empowers Rangers at "Podilski Tovtry" Nature Reserve
In August, 2024, the training "Effective Work Skills for Inspectors of the State Environmental Guard of Ukraine's Nature Reserve Fund" took place in the National Nature Park "Podilski Tovtry."
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Illegal-logging, News 07.08.2024
Monitoring report of old growth forests changes in the Ukrainian Carpathians for June 2024
In June, experts of the NGO ForestCom conducted monitoring of forest areas with an area of 17,646.9 hectares - that is, 1,434 valuable forest territories from the point of view of nature protection.
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News 30.07.2024
Hiking Trails: A Path to Harmony with Nature and Social Integration
Hiking trails are more than just walking routes. Discover how well-equipped trails become tools for rehabilitation and recovery, especially crucial in times of war.
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Illegal-logging, News 17.07.2024
ForestCom detected forest cover changes on 695 forest sites in the Carpathian
During May to June 2024, experts from the NGO ForestCom identified an additional 695 areas in the Carpathian Mountains where changes in forest cover were observed.
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News, Events 09.07.2024
Webinar "Generative AI in the forestry sector: increasing the efficiency of processing data"
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News 08.07.2024
Expedition in the "Potik Osa" nature reserve: Assessment of the regime of protection of ancient forests
20-22 червня 2024 року експерт ГО “ЛІіС” здійснив експедицію на території Закарпатської обл. задля проведення оцінки охоронного режиму пралісів та інших об'єктів ПЗФ України.
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Illegal-logging, News 04.07.2024
Monitoring report of old growth forests changes in the Ukrainian Carpathians for May 2024
In May, experts of the NGO ForestCom conducted monitoring of forest areas with an area of 17,646.9 hectares - that is, 1,434 valuable forest territories from the point of view of nature protection.
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News 28.06.2024
From Dream to Reality: First Steps in Building a Tourism and Rehabilitation Hub in the Heart of the Carpathians
The development project of Verkhovyna National Nature Park is moving forward. We have completed the preparation of the site for the visitor center and camping area, using ecological approaches. This r...
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News 25.06.2024
Visiting Forests in 2024: Updated Information on Permits, Prohibitions, and Restrictions
Experts from the NGO "ForestСom" have been investigating whether there have been any changes in the rules for visiting forests in various regions this year compared to previous years.
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Illegal-logging, News 17.06.2024
Investigation vs. Inaction: What's Wrong with Deforestation near Sadjivka?
During a forest inspection near the village of Sadjivka in the Ivano-Frankivsk region, the NGO ForestCom uncovered numerous violations of forestry laws.
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News, Events 06.06.2024
Webinar "Automation of data processing"
The NGO "ForestCom" and FSC Ukraine invite you to the second webinar in a series dedicated to exploring the opportunities of using digital technologies to support the sustainable development of the Uk...
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Illegal-logging, News 31.05.2024
Monitoring report of old growth forests changes in the Ukrainian Carpathians for April 2024
In April, experts of the NGO ForestCom conducted monitoring of forest areas in the Ukrainian Carpathians.
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News 30.05.2024
Healing Embrace of the Verkhovyna Forests: Discover Forest Therapy
Amidst the pristine landscapes of Verkhovyna National Park, a healing center will emerge – a rehabilitation hub offering forest therapy programs to assist those affected by military actions and anyone...
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News 28.05.2024
Final Meeting of Participants in the “ForestCom with IDPs: Forest for IDPs Project
On May 25th, participants of the “ForestCom with IDPs: Forest for IDPs project concluded their activities with a final excursion to the Wood Museum and Botanical Garden of the Ukrainian National Fores...
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Illegal-logging, News 27.05.2024
Workshop on Strategies Against Organized Crime and Illegal Logging Enforcement
Experts from the NGO "ForestCom" participated in a seminar organized by the European Union Advisory Mission (EUAM) for law enforcement agencies and civil society organizations.
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News 30.04.2024
The internally displaced persons planted 100 oak family trees in Lviv's Znesinnya Park
The oak planting took place over the last two Saturdays in April as part of the project “ForestCom with IDPs: Forest for IDPs.”
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Illegal-logging, News 26.04.2024
Monitoring report of old growth forests changes in the Ukrainian Carpathians for March 2024
In March, experts of the NGO ForestCom conducted monitoring of forest areas with an area of 17,646.9 hectares - that is, 1,434 valuable forest territories.
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News 22.04.2024
Carpathian Gems: Verkhovyna National Nature Park Evolves into an Attractive Tourist and Rehabilitation Hub
The 4th stage of the project "Development of Verkhovyna National Nature Park as an Attractive Tourist and Rehabilitation Hub" has begun.
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Illegal-logging, Publications 19.04.2024
Mitigating Illegal Logging in Ukraine: ForestCom Monitoring Report (2020 - 2023)
We offer the public a report that summarizes the results of the practical work of the NGO “ForestCom” in monitoring compliance with forestry management rules and legislation by forest users.
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News 16.04.2024
Along the paths of Znesinnya Park: Excursions for IDPs
As part of the project “ForestCom with IDPs: Forest for IDPs" two April excursions were held in the territory of Znesinnya Regional Landscape Park for internally displaced persons and the residents of...
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Illegal-logging, News 12.04.2024
ForestCom detected forest cover changes on 306 forest sites in the Carpathian
Throughout the first quarter of 2024, experts from the NGO ForestCom continued monitoring changes in forest cover in the Carpathian region
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Illegal-logging, News 08.04.2024
Russian occupiers have destroyed over 60,000 hectares of forests in Ukraine
Russian occupiers have destroyed over 60,000 hectares of forests in Ukraine, according to a joint study conducted by NGL.media and the NGO ForestCom based on satellite imagery.
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News 03.04.2024
Training Empowers Rangers at Dniprovsko Orilskyi Nature Reserve
ForestCom recently orchestrated a specialized training session titled "Effective Work Skills for Park Rangers of the State Nature Reserve Fund of Ukraine" at the Dniprovsko Orilskyi Nature Reserve.
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Events 28.03.2024
Excursions for IDPs in Znesinnya Park
Within the framework of the “ForestCom with IDPs: Forest for IDPs" project, we are delighted to announce the April excursions through the territory of the Regional Landscape Park "Znesinnya” for inter...
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News 28.03.2024
Monitoring report of old growth forests changes in the Ukrainian Carpathians for February 2024
According to the results of remote monitoring of old growth forests in the Ukrainian Carpathians, no violations of forest cover were detected in the checked areas.
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News 25.03.2024
“ForestCom with IDPs: Forest for IDPs”: Preparatory Work in Progress
As spring gradually asserts itself, our preparatory work within the “ForestCom with IDPs: Forest for IDPs” project has also picked up pace.
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News 22.03.2024
Risks, Challenges, and the Future of Ukraine's Forests: Round Table Results
On March 21st, a round table titled "Forests of Ukraine in the International Context: Risks, Challenges, and Future" was held in Lviv, dedicated to the International Day of Forests.
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News 21.03.2024
A call for global accountability on the International Day of Forests
Forestcom NGO signed the International Day of Forests statement urging accountability on forest protection.
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18.03.2024
Exclusion of Explosive-Contaminated Forests from FSC Certification in Ukraine
ForestCom leads the charge to exclude explosive-contaminated forests from FSC certification in Ukraine. Russian invaders have hindered forestry activities on Ukrainian lands. ForestCom advocates exclu...
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Statements, Illegal-logging, Publications 12.03.2024
ForestCom Position Document: Strengthening of Transparency in the Ukrainian Timber Supply Chain in relation to the adoption of the new EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
Regulatory changes in the EU under Regulation (EU) 2023/1115 on deforestation-free and forest degradation-free products (EUDR) and other legislative acts require urgent and effective actions to improv...
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News 25.02.2024
Are there changes in the old growth forests of the Carpathians: remote monitoring report for January 2024.
According to the results of remote monitoring of old growth forests in the Ukrainian Carpathians, no violations of forest cover were detected in the checked areas.
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20.02.2024
Launch of the Project 'ForestCom with IDPs: Forest for IDPs'
The NGO "ForestCom is embarking on a humanitarian project for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the Lviv region as part of the United Voices in Action program.
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Illegal-logging, News 09.02.2024
Bukovel's Illicit Logging: An Alarming Instance of Severe Illegal Deforestation
The story is about the specifics of a criminal case involving illegal logging and appropriation of forest areas near the village of Polyanytsya in Ivano-Frankivsk (Bukovel) for tourism development.
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Illegal-logging, News 02.02.2024
Local Outcry: illegal Logging Sparks Outrage in StaroSambir
Local residents claim, "Neither fearing God nor authority! Every night, a vehicle loaded with logs leaves the forest," in reference to foresters. Our experts decided to investigate these reports first...
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News 31.01.2024
Monitoring report of old growth forests changes in the Ukrainian Carpathians for December 2023
ForestCom continued to monitor forest cover changes in officially designated old growth forests in the Ukrainian Carpathians.
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News 29.01.2024
For what purpose does the US Forest Service grow herbaceous plants at nurseries?
Restoring forest ecosystems in the US is about more than just planting trees. The traditional role of Forest Service nurseries includes, in particular, the production of additional native plant specie...
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News 24.01.2024
Volunteer trip to monitor the security regime of protected tracts of Brodiv district
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News 18.01.2024
How to Make a Coconut Bird Feeder: A Guide
The expert in eco-education and reforestation at the NGO ForestCom shares instructions for an interesting type of bird feeder made from a coconut shell.
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Illegal-logging, Publications 12.01.2024
Illegal logging in Ukraine in 2022, according to forest users' data: an analytical report
According to the information provided by forest users/owners, the total volume of illegally logged timber in Ukraine in 2022 amounted to at least 24,327 cubic meters, accounting for 0.2% of the overal...
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News 06.01.2024
Monitoring report of old growth forests changes in the Ukrainian Carpathians for June-November 2023
ForestCom continued to monitor forest cover changes in officially designated old growth forests in the Ukrainian Carpathians during June-November 2023.
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News 04.01.2024
Humanitarian activities of the ForestСom NGO: results of the 2023
Thanks for the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of China (Taiwan) ForestСom NGO continued to provide its humanitarian assistance in 2023, primarily focused on identifying and addres...
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