The Executive Summary presents the main results, conclusions and recommendations for Sub-priority 6.1 of the Specific Programme 1 Integrating and strengthening the European Research Area (2002-2006): Sustainable energy systems. The overall synthesis report, which also includes results for other...

With its endless expanse of coniferous forests, mires and lakes, the Boreal Region forms part of a distinct band of vegetation which circles the entire northern hemisphere. Habitat types blend seamlessly into one another, creating a characteristic mosaic landscape of forests and wetlands. Along...