Conference: ‘Fire risk: taking action for our forests’
When the climate fuels the fire…
In the two Ourthes nature Park, forests play an essential role in biodiversity, the landscape and quality of life. But climate change is increasing their vulnerability: more frequent droughts, higher temperatures and stronger winds are increasing the risk of fire.
The aim of this conference is to gain a better understanding of these threats, discuss best practices for prevention, and work together to identify protective measures and sustainable management strategies that can be implemented.
This event is open to all, providing an opportunity to learn, share, and take action to promote the resilience of our forests.
On the programme
- 4:45 pm: Welcome.
- 5 pm: Introduction by the two Ourthes nature Park.
- 5:15 pm: Multifunctional forest management and forest fire protection by Jonathan Baudel, Forest Project Manager at the Alpilles Regional Nature Park, France.
- 5:50 pm: Roles of the Nature and Forestry Department and preventive actions by Vincent Verrue, SPW – DNF, coordinator of the ‘forest fires’ policy in the Walloon Region.
- 6.30 pm: Risk management by Colonel Stéphane Thiry and Captain Dimitri Martin, Luxembourg Emergency Services.
- 7 pm: Risk culture in the province of Luxembourg with the reinforcement programme: Lux Response, by Xavier Derenne, Office of the Governor of the province of Luxembourg.
- 7:30 pm: Forest fire insurance mechanisms by Jean-Charles de Viron, Amifor.
- 7:50 pm: Conclusions of the evening and friendly drink.
