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Latvijas Banka issues a symbolic collector coin, "Chestnut"
The European Innovation Act and the forest bioeconomy – what can Latvian forestry gain from it?
The “Trojan Horse” of Turkish Plywood – Growing Concerns Among European Timber Producers
Nature Conservation Agency invites donations for the restoration of nature tourism infrastructure damaged by the storm

Poll

Concern about gaps in the skills and knowledge of our pupils is voiced quite widely from time to time. Unfortunately, only when someone from outside Latvia has concluded as much. Why is that?
There is a political tendency to be busy, to invest, to make promises, but not to think about the results
If you have little knowledge yourself, you do not even know how or what you do not know...
A smart society is not always desirable or welcome
Many interests swirl around education. A "good result" is rarely mentioned among them

A lighter note

“Why are the trees here so big?”

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Collector coin “Chestnut”
Trees on agricultural land – perennial plantations, short-rotation coppice or agroforestry?!
The Baltics in the Kremlin's sights. How serious is the threat?

We explain

The Ministry of Agriculture's most significant achievements in 2024
Sawnwood and plywood production will fall as European regulation “diverts” logging to other parts of the world
Data on soil condition
The most widespread myths about peat extraction in Latvia
On the situation in Ukraine's ecology caused by the war
The timber market situation in Europe remains uncertain
Latvia introduces alternative forestry to help meet EU climate targets
What are carbon offset projects?
Global land and ocean temperature anomalies, 1880-2023
To decarbonise transport, the European Union must urgently turn its attention to “green” hydrogen
Report finds that the planned use of new gas power plants conflicts with Europe's climate target
Sustainability is taking root in companies' day-to-day business, with implementing the new regulation the most pressing task
The state needs wealth creators. Latvia requires a thorough audit of all bureaucratic procedures
Investing in nature will determine our future
CFLA invites local authorities to apply for EU fund financing to draw up nature protection plans
Carbon farming in the European forestry sector
September saw the price changes typical of the month
“Latvijas Meža dēkainis” reveals: the most popular spots are bog trails and lakeside picnic areas
“Fairtrade” – a partner in implementing sustainability legislation in the EU
FACE General Assembly confirms new president of the organisation
Economy. Latvia to introduce a wealth tax – it may also be relevant to forest owners
Partner meeting of the “Sustainable Development Reporting Tool” project in Helsinki
Researchers claim that two thirds of global methane emissions are caused by human activity
In 2023, solar and wind power stations generated 92% more electricity than in 2022
“Coface”: a rise in the number of insolvencies in Germany will be a major test for Latvia's exporting companies this year
The importance of forests and trees in our lives. In the world and in Latvia
Profit is a source of investment and the foundation of growth
State long-term research programme “Innovation Fund – Long-Term Research Programme”
How peat is extracted in the bogs managed by Latvijas valsts meži
The Deforestation Regulation. "The hard road through the dunes…"
Through the forest to climate neutrality
European Investment Bank Group allocates 36.2 billion euro to cohesion
The importance of forests in preserving our planet. A brief look at the 26th IUFRO Congress in Stockholm
World Bank warns: Europe is not ready for serious climate problems
Treatment costs for tourists in Turkey have risen by 53%
Midsummer without worries – how to celebrate safely?
“Green energy”. How safe is it and what are the possible fire safety risks?
Energy independence is one of the greatest benefits of state forest management
Swiss scientists have found a way to make chocolate more sustainable
Priority – the wealth creators
Fall in export and import values partly attributable to falling prices
More rare species found in state forests last year than the year before
A shallow lake in Canada could explain the origin of life on Earth
Is there a middle ground between the Green Deal and forest owners' demands?
Bill Gates-funded company turns water and carbon dioxide into fuel
Corporate climate activity. April 2024
German timber trade association calls for the application of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) to be postponed
Can nature fight the climate crisis on its own?
Red deer from “Rīgas meži” relocated to a deer park in Vidzeme
EU postpones stricter rules on imports from deforested areas
Ecological roulette: will Latvia gamble with sewage sludge, risking public health and environmental stability?
How will the new EU regulation change the carbon market?
Report finds that cohesion policy fails to reduce inequality between European Union cities and rural areas
Sustainable forestry – a benefit for both landowners and the planet
State Environmental Service provided around 2,400 consultations last year
An explanation of the use of the terms “aprobežojumi” (restrictions) and “apgrūtinājumi” (encumbrances)
Waiting lists are bad for health
A 5500 km hike is planned for this spring to draw public attention to the critical state of the Baltic Sea
From sawmill to high added value: what will the story of the Latvian timber industry be?
Over the past century, Latvia's forest area has doubled
Reducing the shadow economy is vital for the development of the national economy and business environment
Growing more than can be processed
What will the future of peat be?
Long-term growth must move beyond the framework of EU funds
A revolution in the Ivy League
Arrogant German pacifism. Russian aggression has revealed the worst character traits in some Germans...
Red pigment detected in Jūrmala coastal waters – washed-up red algae
On depots, firefighters and historical town centres
Pellet production capacity to increase in North America and Europe
Why do wild animals spend more time near human homes in winter?
By implementing ambitious measures to attract investment and boost exports, Latvia's economic growth could accelerate this year
Mineral extraction will prevent climate goals from being met