EU & International affairs
As a result of greater levels of globalisation, coupled with Austria's accession to the European Union, maintaining and increasing international cooperation is of the utmost importance in the work of the BMLRT. Here, you will find information on the BMLRT’s priorities in the field of forestry at both the European and International Level.
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© BMLRT/Alexander Haiden
Austria’s forest and the global sustainability goals
In 2018 the contributions of the Austrian forestry and timber sector to the sustainability goals were recorded with participation of the members of the Austrian Forest Dialogue. The figures and data mentioned show very clearly - the sector makes a considerable contribution to the achievement of all 17 Goals.
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© BMLRT/Alexander Haiden
Austrian forestry and the European Union
Forestry as a whole is not a part of the Acquis Communautaire of the EU, but certain important aspects of protecting forests are addressed.