1. Assessing effects of soil fungal bioinocula on aboveground arthropod pests and beneficials in strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa) fieldsMorgane Ourry, Igor Nekrep, Nika Cvelbar Weber, Špela Modic, Eva Praprotnik, Hans-Josef Schroers, Primož Žigon, Nicolai Vitt Meyling, 2026, original scientific article Keywords: agroecosystem, biological control, entomopathogenic fungi, integrated pest management (IPM), insect, organic production, sustainable agriculture, agroecology Published in DiRROS: 02.02.2026; Views: 118; Downloads: 77
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4. Addressing climate challenges through the valorisation of calamity wood in the alps-adriatic regionMiha Humar, Eli Keržič, Boštjan Lesar, Jožica Gričar, Bernard Likar, Elisa Beltramini, Stefania Silvestri, 2025, published scientific conference contribution abstract Abstract: The WoodInnovate project addresses pressing challenges facing the forest-wood value chain in the Alps-Adriatic region, which are intensifying due to climate change. Rising temperatures and frequent natural disasters are degrading wood quality and increasing pest outbreaks, particularly from bark beetles. These environmental shifts jeopardize forest ecosystems, reduce the economic viability of timber harvesting, and compromise regional sustainability. WoodInnovate aims to assess and enhance the utilization of storm- and pest-damaged wood through advanced modification techniques, innovative product design, and strategic cross-border collaboration. The project explores climate-resilient tree species and determines optimal uses for lower-grade wood. Stakeholder involvement is essential, including academic institutions, forestry clusters, and industry partners from Italy and Slovenia. Activities include pilot tests, prototype development, knowledge transfer, and regional workshops. The ultimate goal is to transform wood waste from environmental catastrophes into valuable resources, fostering a circular economy and reinforcing forest resilience. The project contributes to climate adaptation strategies while promoting economic revitalization through sustainable material innovation. By enabling cross-sector collaboration, WoodInnovate not only strengthens the forest-wood value chain but also supports EU green objectives, making wood from damaged trees a tool for environmental and social progress. Keywords: climate change, damaged wood, sustainable forest management, innovative wood utilization, cross-border cooperation Published in DiRROS: 21.01.2026; Views: 162; Downloads: 73
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5. Towards sustained and sustainable management of COVID-19 : an alternative to the simplified return to pre-pandemic normalityFrane Adam, Maruša Gorišek, 2022, original scientific article Abstract: The article is focusing on current processes, models, and possible consequences of the easing or cancelling of measures to contain the COVID-19 pandemic that we have seen by the end of July 2022. This is observed in the broader context of selected European countries, allowing us to detect differences, similarities, and, especially, the different ways in which these processes have been legitimized by politicians (governments) and experts. The authors agree with a group of biomedical and other experts, scientists, who consider the rapid abolishment of epidemiological measures as a strategy that is considered a too-simplified solution, so are searching for a more sustainable way of managing the pandemic and also “pandemic fatigue”. In the text, the authors advocate a strategy, based on the principles of calibration, combination, and continuity of measures, which is compatible with the sustainable organization of the healthcare system. However, the implementation must be viable and long-term oriented. Keywords: risk society, pandemic preparedness, biomedical experts, sustainable management, second-order observation, meta-analysis, social epidemiology Published in DiRROS: 21.01.2026; Views: 168; Downloads: 58
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6. The role of urban and peri-urban forests in improving sustainability at the urban–rural interfaceSimone Borelli, Michela Conigliaro, Federica Di Cagno, Fabio Salbitano, Paloma Cariñanos, Sondes Fkiri, Urša Vilhar, Giovanni Sanesi, Pierre Sicard, Pedro Calaza-Martínez, Erdoğan Atmış, Sara Di Lonardo, Dimitris Tsimplinas, 2025, independent professional component part or a chapter in a monograph Keywords: socioeconomic development, forest resources, forest ecosystems, forest degradation, forest landscape restoration, forest fire management, urban forests, peri-urban areas, sustainable forest management, Mediterranean region Published in DiRROS: 09.01.2026; Views: 413; Downloads: 183
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7. European International Centre of Excellence on Sustainable Resource Management in support of the UN Sustainable Development GoalsSnježana Miletić, Meta Dobnikar, 2025, original scientific article Abstract: The sustainable use of mineral resources essential for energy storage, power generation and the transition to climate neutrality is vital. The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) has set the principles and requirements on sustainable resource management needed to accomplish the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its goals. To support it, the Horizon Europe’s project abbreviated as GSEU is establishing the Geological Service for Europe, of which an integral part will be an EU International Centre of Excellence on Sustainable Resource Management (EU ICE SRM). This capacity building and knowledge centre will operate as a network of partners and experts to assist the decision-makers and key stakeholders in resource management. Keywords: resource management, sustainable development Published in DiRROS: 22.08.2025; Views: 429; Downloads: 118
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8. Optimizing competitor definitions for the sustainable management of dominant silver fir trees (Abies alba Mill.) in uneven-aged mixed Dinaric forestsMilan Kobal, Tom Levanič, 2025, original scientific article Abstract: Understanding competition between trees is essential for sustainable forest management as interactions between trees in uneven-aged mixed forests play a key role in growth dynamics. This study investigated nine competition indices (CIs) for their suitability to model the effects of neighboring trees on silver fir (Abies alba) growth in Dinaric silver fir-European beech (Fagus sylvatica) forests. Although numerous competition indices have been developed, there is still limited consensus on their applicability in different forest types, especially in mature, structurally complex forest stands. The indices were evaluated using the adjusted coefficient of determination in a linear model wherein the volume growth of the last five years for 60 dominant silver fir trees was modeled as a function of tree volume and competition index. The results demonstrated that distance-dependent indices (e.g., the Hegyi height-distance competition and Rouvinen-Kuuluvainen diameter-distance competition indices), which consider the distance to competitors and their size, perform better than distance-independent indices. Using the optimization procedure in calculating the competition indices, only neighboring trees at a distance of up to 26-fold the diameter at breast height (DBH) of the selected tree (optimal search radius) and with a DBH of at least 20% of that of the target tree (optimal DBH) were considered competitors. Therefore, competition significantly influences the growth of dominant silver firs even in older age classes. The model based solely on tree volume explained 32.5% of the variability in volume growth, while the model that accounted for competition explained 64%. Optimizing the optimal search radius had a greater impact on model performance than optimizing the DBH threshold. This emphasizes the importance of balancing stand density and competition in silvicultural practice. Keywords: sustainable forest management, Dinaric silver fir-European beech forests, Competition indices, CIs, optimal search distance, optimal diameter at breast height, DBH Published in DiRROS: 05.06.2025; Views: 600; Downloads: 361
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9. Sustainable practices in hospitality : a case study of a Slovenian Michelin Green star restaurantRoberto Biloslavo, Nikolina Janković, 2025, original scientific article Abstract: As a major source of food and plastic waste and a large consumer of water and energy, the hospitality sector is key to combating climate change. Sustainable practices in the hospitality sector optimize food production and use, introduce innovative solutions and increase employee satisfaction in running environmentally friendly restaurants. This study examines the changes required for a restaurant to make a sustainable transition and the role of key stakeholders (i.e., chefs, head sommeliers, owners and main suppliers) in this process. It focuses on a prestigious Slovenian restaurant that has been awarded a Michelin Green Star and is 80% self-sufficient. The single case study uses semi-structured interviews, the critical incident method and participant observation to collect data. The results showed that in the case of the analyzed restaurant, the lifestyle of the owner/chef decisively shapes the culture of the restaurant, laying the foundation for its sustainable transformation. The success of the transformation itself, however, depends significantly on the employees’ ability to learn and innovate and their active involvement in the change process itself, which impacts both day-to-day business processes and relationships between stakeholders. The latter is reflected in the role the restaurant plays in the local environment as a driver for sustainable community and sustainable entrepreneurship development. Keywords: sustainability management, green restaurant, sustainable practices, local food, green certificate, leadership Published in DiRROS: 12.05.2025; Views: 770; Downloads: 394
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10. Handbook for sustainable forest managementCristina Vettori, Roberta Ferrante, Cesare Garosi, Francesco Parisi, Davide Travaglini, Donatella Paffetti, Sanja Bogunović, Mladen Ivanković, Anđelina Gavranović Markić, Barbara Škiljan, Zvonimir Vujnović, Miran Lanšćak, Francesca Logli, Marko Bajc, Rok Damjanić, Natalija Dovč, Tine Grebenc, Tijana Martinović, Tanja Mrak, Tina Unuk Nahberger, Nataša Šibanc, Marjana Westergren, Hojka Kraigher, Andrej Breznikar, Kristina Sever, 2024, dictionary, encyclopaedia, lexicon, manual, atlas, map Keywords: Close-to-nature, forest sustainable management, climate changes, forests, handbook Published in DiRROS: 19.02.2025; Views: 881; Downloads: 585
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