Future Forests - Sustainable Strategies under Uncertainty and Risk

Mistra invites applications to establish a research programme in collaboration with users.

History:

2008-06-22: Future Forests

In a globalized world, in shifting market conditions and with a changing climate, society must adopt more flexible and enduring strategies. This applies particularly to the use of forest resources and management of forest ecosystems. Approaches that meet new sustainable commercial as well as management challenges are essential.
 
Mistra´s vision is that future generations, too, should enjoy opportunities to build prosperity on a forest landscape with an ample capacity to provide goods and services — a diversified future forest landscape that is rich in resources in a broad sense. To fulfil the vision, Mistra invites applicants to build a research platform that engages users in generating new ideas, knowledge and practices. Mistra expects a successful applicant to look beyond the immediate future and consider how forests should be prepared to meet long-term requirements, 50 to 100 years from now. This call therefore supports novel approaches and new forms of collaboration.

How to submit Pre-Proposals:
The Pre-Proposals must be submitted by e-mail to forestcall@mistra.org not later than 4.00 pm on October 11, 2007. Please follow the instructions in the call concerning content and other conditions. If possible please bundle your proposal in one document, preferably as a pdf file.