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Synthesis Reports
The HoliSoils Synthesis Reports present project results in an accessible form and provides targeted knowledge on forest soils, their management, and their role in sustaining ecosystem services. Each report offers a concise synthesis of findings and practical tools tailored for specific audiences: policy makers, practitioners, experts, the forest sector, educators, and the wider public.
HoliSoils Synthesis Report
For Policymakers
This synthesis report presents how the HoliSoils project has improved understanding of forest soil health and developed tools to support evidence-based policymaking. It highlights practices that reduce climate impacts, maintain ecosystem services and protect biodiversity, while promoting harmonised monitoring across Europe.
Aimed at policymakers at all levels, the report provides methodologies, datasets and practical guidance to strengthen soil-related strategies and legislation. The HoliSoils project offers a foundation for more coherent soil governance and contributes to the long-term resilience of Europe’s forests.
HoliSoils Synthesis Report
For Forest Practitioners
This synthesis report features how the HoliSoils project has developed practical knowledge and tools to help forest practitioners maintain soil health. It outlines management approaches that mitigate climate change, protect biodiversity and sustain ecosystem services, while offering harmonised monitoring methods and datasets.
Targeted at forest owners, managers and professionals in related fields, the report provides hands-on guidance and resources to support everyday decision-making. HoliSoils strengthens the capacity of practitioners to manage soils sustainably and improve the resilience of Europe’s forests.
HoliSoils Synthesis Report
For Academic & Scientific Experts
This synthesis report outlines how the HoliSoils project has advanced methodologies, datasets and analytical approaches for experts working on forest soils. It presents management practices that reduce climate impacts, sustain ecosystem services and safeguard biodiversity, while promoting harmonised monitoring frameworks across Europe.
Designed for researchers, soil specialists and climate experts, the report provides technical guidance, modelling tools and access to data on soil vulnerability and recovery. HoliSoils delivers robust evidence to support scientific progress and strengthen the knowledge base for sustainable soil management and policy.
HoliSoils Synthesis Report
For Educators
This synthesis report highlights how the HoliSoils project has generated knowledge and tools that can be used in education and training on forest soils. It presents management practices that address climate change, biodiversity loss and soil degradation, while promoting harmonised monitoring methods and data access across Europe.
Aimed at students, teachers, and those involved in vocational training, forest pedagogy and extension services, the report provides resources to support learning, teaching and practical application. HoliSoils helps build the skills and understanding needed for sustainable forest soil management and resilience in a changing climate.
HoliSoils Synthesis Report
For Forest Sector Professionals
This synthesis report presents how the HoliSoils project has developed knowledge, data and tools to support the forest sector in strengthening soil health. It highlights management practices that mitigate climate change, sustain ecosystem services and protect biodiversity, while promoting harmonised soil monitoring across Europe.
Developed for public and private organisations, representatives of forestry and bio-based value chains, investors, certification bodies and innovation actors, the report provides evidence, guidance and practical resources. HoliSoils helps the sector align sustainable forest management with soil governance and contribute to climate resilience and bioeconomy goals.
HoliSoils Synthesis Report
For General Public
This synthesis report explains how the HoliSoils project has advanced understanding of forest soils and their vital role in sustaining life on Earth. It explores how healthy soils purify water, store carbon, support biodiversity and help forests adapt to climate change.
Produced for everyone interested in nature and the environment, from citizens and students to journalists and community groups, the report offers accessible insights, stories and practical examples. HoliSoils shows how protecting soil health supports resilient forests, cleaner water, thriving wildlife and a more sustainable future for people and the planet.
