The progressive degradation and disappearance of forest cover in Syria and Lebanon threatens the conservation of forest resources and the very sustainability of rural societies over large areas in both countries.

The progressive degradation and disappearance of forest cover in Syria and Lebanon threatens the conservation of forest resources and the very sustainability of rural societies over large areas in both countries.

In this context, this project aims to achieve the development of capacities and scientific-technical tools for sustainable forest management planning in order to ensure the future of rural areas in Syria and Lebanon and the well-being of their societies.

Current scientific and technological knowledge allows the development of advanced forest planning systems. Such systems allow the study and structuring of complex planning problems in forest areas, as well as the preparation of optimal management plans at different geographical scales, with a rigorous scientific basis and explicit criteria of sustainability and multifunctionality.

The initiative aims to energize the local populations of Bkassine (Lebanon) and Al Fronloq (Syria) through the production, innovation and marketing of new products, services and forestry activities in a sustainable way.