Projects

Carbon sequestration in Norwegian spruce forest soils (CONSEQUENCE)

Norway has pledged to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, and one of the strategies and ultimate goal is to increase the short and long-term sequestration of organic carbon in forest soil to enhance the carbon stock of soil organic carbon in forests. Altering forest management strategies, such as extending rotation periods and clear-cutting methods, may change soil carbon storage, accumulation and loss. 

The role of diversified small-scale horticulture in a transition towards more sustainable food systems with healthier diets (SmallHort)

The aim of the project is to explore how food systems based on diversified small-scale horticulture can be developed to become more economically, socially and environmentally sustainable while also increasing in scale. This will provide benefits to nature, environment and public health.

FORESIGHT: Forest opportunities, risks and ecosystem services in a changing climate in Norway

Forest ecosystems are increasingly under pressure from climate change, emerging pests and pathogens, and more frequent extreme weather events. When such disturbances occur simultaneously—or interact with one another—the risk of severe damage can increase substantially. The FORESIGHT project aims to understand these complex, interacting challenges and to translate this knowledge into practical applications.

Advancing adaption and adoption of new forages in Norway: An innovative farmer-led research approach via citizen science