This project aims to assess the effects of FSC certification on the conservation of cork oak woodlands namely how certified conservation zones (areas of lower management intervention) affect oak natural regeneration, understory shrub diversity, conservation of water streamlines and associated bird diversity. In addition, at a larger scale, the project also aims to identify geographical areas of conservation value for biodiversity and ecosystem services. Resulting information will contribute to identify target areas to implement payment for ecosystem services schemes using FSC certification as a validating tool of good management practices.
FSC certification: granting access to payment for ecosystem services in cork oak woodlands
- Category: Cork
- Themes: Ecosystem Services
- Position in the value chain: R & D
- Type: Research
- Scale: National
- Country: Portugal
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