German Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) invites proposals for bilateral cooperation between Germany and Ukraine, with a primary focus on restoring sustainable forest management and enhancing ecological security in Ukrainian forests.
Funding Aims:
- Restore Ecosystems: Enhance soil protection, water regulation, carbon sequestration, and biodiversity preservation in Ukrainian forests.
- Build Resilience: Strengthen forest health, adaptability to climate challenges, and resilience against environmental impacts.
- Expand Forests: Support reconstruction and expansion of forests using resilient, climate-adapted approaches.
- Combat Challenges: Manage forest fires in munition-contaminated areas, combat illegal logging, and improve forest resource productivity.
Funding Focus:
- Collaborate on forestry-related scientific projects between German and Ukrainian institutions.
- Enhance expertise and practical experiences for German and Ukrainian forestry experts.
Application Details:
- Refer to the Guidelines for Bilateral Research Cooperation (in German) for comprehensive submission instructions.
- Eligible applicants: research institutes, associations, foundations, forestry-related companies.
- Supported activities include group training in Germany and Ukraine and specialized field trips.
- Submission deadlines: twice a year, on the 1st January and the 1st August.