This week, the Council of Ministers authorized the distribution of 32 million euros for the restoration of degraded forests or those threatened by desertification. The measure is part of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan (PRTR), framed in component 4, focused on the conservation of biodiversity and ecosystems.
This is not just another piece of news. It is a
Why now?
According to MITECO’s own note, many forest areas are already showing signs of structural deterioration. There are stands of vegetation that
But this investment also has a broader meaning: it is not only about “planting trees”, but also about restoring key ecological functions -such as water regulation, carbon fixation, soil improvement, habitat connectivity or natural fire control-.
What type of actions are contemplated?
The plan approved by the Government includes measures such as:
- Silvicultural treatments for structural improvement of forest stands.
- Replacement of poorly adapted species with more resilient ones.
- Control of forest pests and diseases.
- Management of combustible vegetation to reduce the risk of fires.
- Soil restoration and desertification control.
- Improvement of forest roads and accesses.
It is, therefore, a complex set of actions, with ecological, technical and social implications. And this is where the work of companies such as TAXUS Medio Ambiente takes on special relevance.
How does this fit into TAXUS Environment’s services?
With more than 20 years of experience in the environmental field at a national and international level, the TAXUS Environment team addresses many of the challenges that this type of project involves, from a technical, applied and science-based vision.
Environmental consulting and strategic planning
- We prepare rigorous environmental diagnostics.
- We design action plans based on ecological and climatic criteria.
- We ensure the technical and territorial viability of the projects.
Vegetation and fauna studies
- We analyze the conservation status of habitats and species.
- We propose native species adapted to climate change.
- We evaluate the potential impact of actions on biodiversity.
Laboratory and environmental genetics
- We perform genetic analysis to ensure the quality and adaptability of the plant material.
- We study the genetic variability of key populations for ecological restoration.
Education and awareness
- We design public participation programs in forest restoration.
- We train technicians, school children and local communities to understand and care for their environment.
- We generate pedagogical tools to give continuity to the projects beyond their execution.
Restoration is not just repair
At TAXUS Environment, we understand ecological restoration as a process of reconstruction and recovery of ecosystems. Well-understood restoration will allow us to move towards more resilient, connected and functional ecosystems in an increasingly demanding climate context.
Therefore, the approval of this public investment package is not only an opportunity to recover degraded land: it is a commitment to technical knowledge, eco-innovation and public-private collaboration as pillars of a true green transition.
If you are part of a public administration, a local entity or a technical team involved in restoration projects, TAXUS Environment can help you design, plan and execute actions based on ecological, realistic and effective criteria.
You can contact us at info@taxusmedioambiente.com, by phone at 985 24 65 47 or through our contact form.
