Forests in Tour in Potenza: spotlight on sustainable forest management

Forests in Tour in Potenza: a meeting on sustainable forest management

On Friday 8 May 2026, in Potenza at ScamBioLogico starting at 9:30, the Basilicata leg of Forests in Tour will take place. Organized by Legambiente, the event focuses on promoting sustainable forest management, encouraging certification and supporting forest planning processes.

Main goals of the event:

• Promote sustainable and responsible forest management practices;
• Encourage forest planning and certification to ensure correct use of resources;
• Enhance local forest assets to create skilled employment and reduce reliance on imported raw materials;
• Facilitate dialogue among institutions, forest owners, managers, businesses, cooperatives and research centers.

This Basilicata stop is part of the national Forest Forum framework, which examines the contribution of forest ecosystems to climate change mitigation, natural risk reduction and the transition to a low-carbon economy.

In Basilicata, where forests cover nearly 40% of the regional area, the initiative aims to support sector renewal by addressing structural weaknesses and accelerating steps in knowledge, planning and certification.

Participants and patronage: the event involves and is sponsored by various institutional and sector associations, including renewable energy producer federations, research bodies, industry associations and national parks.

Practical information: the meeting is scheduled for 8 May 2026 in Potenza at ScamBioLogico; proceedings begin at 9:30. The event is open to technicians, local authorities, forest managers, businesses and citizens interested in sustainable forest governance.