Development and experimentation with demonstrative character of four pilot projects in the territories of the partner entities, for the implementation of new solutions that respond to the challenges identified in the extraction of biomass for the prevention of forest fires:
Pilot 1. Methodology to reduce the impact on biodiversity in the application of fire prevention plans.
Experimentation in the application of new methodology to introduce biodiversity preservation and impact reduction measures in the application of fire prevention plans. Pilot action tested in Catalonia (ES) and Pyrénées-Orientales (FR).
Pilot 2. Innovation in harvesting techniques to improve the resilience and resistance of forests to forest fires.
Experimentation through testing of new techniques and evaluation in terms of cost-effectiveness and impact on biodiversity of different harvesting methods. Pilot action tested in Cerdagne Basse (Catalonia, ES) and Cerdagne Haute (Occitanie, FR).
Pilot 3. Management model for the collection, treatment and local use of biomass.
Model with a holistic approach to sustainable forest management, focused on maximising the natural potential of the forest, reducing the risk of fires and increasing the economic value of forest biomass at local level through treatment facilities, distribution and cogeneration plants in rural areas. Experimentation in Tâmega e Sousa (PT) and Pays des Nestes (FR).
Pilot 4. Programme for the training of personnel for biomass extraction in rural areas.
Programme to train personnel in rural areas to ensure the sustainable management of forest resources and the viability of extraction plans for fire prevention and creation of quality employment. To be tested in Navarre (ES) and made available to other territories.
The pilot projects will generate exemplary solutions that will be incorporated into the common strategy and adopted by the partners and other entities.
