Co-funded by the European Union
SEPIE
🌿 Erasmus+ Project
Erasmus+ Project

Stop Forest Fire
For 5Green

Raising awareness about the relationship between climate change and forest fires across Europe.

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7 Partner Countries

Forest Ecosystem
Literacy

Developing digital tools and educational platforms to protect and restore our forests for future generations.

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Climate Action

Protect Our
Green Future

A collaborative Erasmus+ project uniting schools and universities to combat the climate emergency through education.

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PROJECT MEETINGS

Moments from the Field

KOM Ourense
January 2025

KOM (Ourense)

Kickoff Meeting — Spain
Portugal
March 2025

Meeting Portugal

Project Visit — Portugal

 Field Work
May 2025

Field Work

Environmental Research
2025

Project Activity

Partner Collaboration
2025

Forest Research

Environmental Study
2025

Team Workshop

Knowledge Exchange
Finland
Finland

Finnish Forest

Nordic Ecosystem Visit

 Finland 2
Finland

Forest Landscape

Environmental Research

 Finland 3
Finland

Nordic Nature

Ecosystem Study
Social Events
2025

Social Events

Community & Partnership Activities
Erasmus+ Project
5 Green Components
7
Partner Countries
7
Institutions
4
Digital Outputs
1
Common Mission
5 GREEN COMPONENTS

The Building Blocks of Forest Ecosystems

Understanding the core elements that make forest ecosystems resilient, diverse, and vital to our planet's health.

Non-living elements that shape every ecosystem — sunlight, air, water, climate, and soil. These physical and chemical factors set the stage for all life.
Forests absorb CO₂ from the atmosphere and lock it in biomass and soil — a critical natural process in the fight against climate change.
The rich variety of plants, animals, fungi and microorganisms in a forest. Greater biodiversity means a more balanced, stable and resilient ecosystem.
A complex web where living organisms interact with each other and their physical environment — soil, water, and air — in a continuous cycle of energy and nutrients.
All living organisms — from towering trees to microscopic bacteria — that interact with each other, forming the living fabric of the forest.
The capacity of a forest to withstand, adapt to, and recover from disturbances — including wildfires, drought, and human impact — while maintaining its core functions.
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Seven Countries,
One Green Mission

Erasmus+ partnership uniting schools and universities across Europe

7
Countries
7
Institutions
4
Outputs
2+
Years
Spain
Universidade de Vigo

Universidade de Vigo

Leading research university in Galicia driving forest science and environmental education across Europe.

COORDINATOR
Germany
GBA UG

GBA UG

A German organisation specialising in environmental education, biodiversity, and sustainable development projects.

PARTNER
Finland
ENO Schoolnet

ENO Schoolnet Association

Global online school network connecting students worldwide through environmental action and digital learning.

PARTNER
Greece
Geniko Lykeio

1st Geniko Lykeio Pallinis

A high school in Athens contributing student engagement and youth perspective to forest fire awareness.

PARTNER
Türkiye
Yavuz Selim

Yavuz Selim Ortaokulu

A middle school from Türkiye bringing youth voices and Anatolian forest perspectives to the project.

PARTNER
Türkiye
Dünyayı Yaşatma Derneği

Dünyayı Yaşatma Derneği

A Turkish NGO dedicated to environmental protection, sustainable living, and raising ecological awareness.

PARTNER
Italy
Padova

Università di Padova — DAFNAE

One of Europe's oldest universities, contributing cutting-edge agronomy and forest ecosystem research.

PARTNER
0
Partner Countries
0
Partner Institutions
0
Digital Outputs
0
Project Objectives
FOREST FIRE RESILIENCE

Short-Term Recovery Strategies

Four science-backed approaches to help forests and communities recover after wildfire — from natural regeneration to cutting-edge technology.

Natural Regeneration Regeneration
01 — Natural Process
Natural Regeneration Assessment
Fire-adapted species like pines and manzanita resprout on their own. Soil is tested for nitrogen and phosphorus loss to guide recovery decisions.
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Assisted Restoration Restoration
02 — Active Intervention
Assisted Restoration
Replanting native species in heavily burned zones. Erosion is controlled using straw wattles or coir logs to protect fragile recovering soil.
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Wildlife Recovery Wildlife
03 — Fauna Support
Wildlife Recovery
Temporary shelters like nest boxes and artificial ponds support displaced fauna. Invasive species are removed to give native wildlife space to return.
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Fire Retardants Innovation
04 — Technology
Next-Gen Fire Retardants
Eco-friendly cellulose-based gels replace chemical retardants. Fire-resistant drones scout dangerous zones, providing real-time situational awareness.
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LATEST EVENTS

From the Field — 5 Green Stories

All Events
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Project Meeting

KOM Meeting in Ourense, Spain

The kickoff meeting of the 5 GREEN Erasmus+ project took place in January 2025 in Ourense, Spain, bringing together all seven partner institutions.

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Field Visit

Project Meeting in Portugal

Partners gathered in Portugal for the second transnational meeting to review project progress and next steps.

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Education

Forest Ecosystem Literacy Workshop

A workshop developing forest ecosystem literacy skills and environmental awareness among participating students.

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Community

Get updates on project meetings, research findings, and forest education resources from our European network.

7 Partner Countries

Spain, Germany, Finland, Greece, Türkiye, Portugal & Italy

Digital Learning Resources

E-books, digital maps and gamified content on forest ecosystems

Forest Fire Awareness

Raising awareness about climate change and wildfire across Europe