Our
Mission
Our purpose is to drive change, empower communities, and protect our beautiful land from the growing threat of forest fires while actively combating the negative impacts of climate change.
What
We Do
Through collaboration, education, and practical action, we are building a stronger and safer Bosnia and Herzegovina. We aim to equip you with knowledge and tools to contribute to positive change in your community.
Supported
by Norway
Financial support from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Norway provides us with the resources needed to turn ideas into reality.
What Sets
Us Apart
Our initiative brings together government agencies and passionate individuals from civil society to collectively promote fire risk management and adaptation to climate change.
Regional
Support
We take pride in being part of the SMART Balkan initiative – “Civil Society for a Connected Western Balkans.” This regional support from organizations like the Center for the Promotion of Civil Society (CPCD), the Center for Research and Policy Making (CRPM), and the Institute for Democracy and Mediation (IDM) ensures that our impact transcends borders.
Take
Action Now
Stay updated through our website to learn more about the project and discover how you can actively get involved. Together, we can protect our natural treasures and prepare for a brighter future.
Even 90% of forest fires are caused by humans!
From 2001 to 2022, Bosnia and Herzegovina lost 35.0 kha of tree cover, equivalent to a 1.3% decrease in tree cover since 2000.
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of all tree cover
In Bosnia and Herzegovina, the top 1 regions were responsible for 51% of all tree cover loss between 2001 and 2022. This region had the most tree cover loss at 17.9 kha compared to an average of 11.7 kha.
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lost of tree cover
From 2001 to 2022, Bosnia and Herzegovina lost 6.69 kha of tree cover from fires and 28.3 kha from all other drivers of loss. The year with the most tree cover loss due to fires during this period was 2007 with 1.22 kha lost to fires — 46% of all tree cover loss for that year.
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fire alerts
In Bosnia and Herzegovina there have been 11 VIIRS fire alerts reported so far in 2023 considering high confidence alerts only. This total is normal compared to the total for previous years going back to 2012. The most fires recorded in a year was 2012, with 639.
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Whether you are a concerned citizen, a local leader, or a government official, your role is crucial. Together, we can create a safer and more resilient Bosnia and Herzegovina.