Abstract
This is a review article based on literature (national and international) and empirical approach. A general overview on research priority areas on biodiversity and approaches and tools to provide information for forest policy implementation on biodiversity are briefly summarized. Challenges for biodiversity research and related policy in Europe and Greece are depicted. General information on forests, protected areas and forest management in Greece is also presented. Major actions and measures for conservation of forest biodiversity in Greece are described and analysed. The implementation of forest policy in Greece (including the adoption of International constitutional frame) in relation to biodiversity protection and climate change is also analysed. Priorities identified by the Strategic Plan of Rural Development 2007-2013 in Greece in order to adapt to climate change, are also presented. Furthermore, the National institutional framework (Legislation) and strategic targets for biodiversity conservation in Greece are synoptically presented. Finally, major conclusions and future challenges are highlighted.
Highlights
The definition of Biodiversity has set as follows: Biodiversity is composed of the total biological variation, ranging from within-species genetic variation, through species, communities, and landscapes [1]
Priorities identified by the Strategic Plan of Rural Development 2007-2013 in Greece in order to adapt to climate change, are presented
In the Nagoya Protocol (2010) the international community made a commitment to future generations and adopted the Strategic Plan for Biodiversity 2011-2020 and 20 Aichi Biodiversity Targets
Summary
The definition of Biodiversity has set as follows: Biodiversity is composed of the total biological variation, ranging from within-species genetic variation, through species, communities, and landscapes [1]. Research on conservation and management for the sustainable use of natural resources will be critical to address the major questions related to landscape and forest management in the face of growing pressure for multiple uses [3] [5] These areas of research will build on knowledge of biodiversity changes and losses (e.g. total species, keystone species, rare species, indicator species) and associated ecosystem services [10] [11]. Models and tools may compare different policies, land uses or management options They can provide information, promote stakeholder interaction, link forest issues with broader social aspects and compare future scenarios. The present study is a review work summarizing the challenges for biodiversity research and related policy in Europe and Greece but the focus is on the implementation of forest policy in Greece in relation to forest biodiversity, protection of forests and climate change
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