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Conservation policies and management in the Ukrainian Emerald Network have maintained reforestation rate despite the war

Environmental Studies and Forestry

Conservation policies and management in the Ukrainian Emerald Network have maintained reforestation rate despite the war

L. Shumilo, S. Skakun, et al.

This research conducted by Leonid Shumilo and colleagues delves into the effects of the Russian-Ukrainian War on environmental conservation in the Luhansk region. It uncovers a significant transformation from deforestation to reforestation, revealing that despite the conflict, Ukrainian-controlled areas made strides in forest recovery, while Russian-held zones faced severe loss. Institutional ties play a pivotal role in these conservation outcomes.

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Abstract
This study explores the impact of the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian War on environmental protection efforts within the Emerald Network, focusing on the Luhansk region. Satellite data analysis from 1996 to 2020 reveals that pre-existing Bern Convention conservation policies led to a shift from deforestation to reforestation in the region. Despite the war, areas under Ukrainian control continued reforestation, while areas under Russian control experienced significant forest loss. This highlights the crucial role of institutional links in conservation success.
Publisher
Communications Earth & Environment
Published On
Nov 28, 2023
Authors
Leonid Shumilo, Sergii Skakun, Meredith L. Gore, Andrii Shelestov, Nataliia Kussul, George Hurtt, Dmytro Karabchuk, Volodymyr Yarotskiy
Tags
Russian-Ukrainian War
environmental protection
Emerald Network
Luhansk region
reforestation
deforestation
conservation policies

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