The problem of rural fires is a recurrent issue in our days and, also, a debate theme in the8th International Wildland Fire Conference, from May 16 to 19, 2023, at Alfândega do Porto
Every year, across the globe, we face the growing challenge of uncontrolled wildfires, whose consequences become more severe with each season. From the destruction of ecosystems and biodiversity to the loss of human lives, economic damage and rising carbon emissions, it is clear that the way we manage these disasters requires a deeper and more global rethink.
Endorsed by AGIF – the Agency for Integrated Rural Fire Management – and the International Liaison Committee (ILC), this 8th edition brought together experts, researchers, international policymakers and key stakeholders for four days of discussions. Their work led to the creation of the Landscape Fire Governance Framework, a new model for managing rural fires, unveiled at the closing session. The meeting also featured video messages from UN Secretary-General António Guterres, European Commission Vice-President Frans Timmermans, and the President of Portugal, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.
Alongside the scientific and technical sessions, several side events marked the conference’s presence in Porto: a Cocktail and Conference Dinner at Palácio da Bolsa on the 18th, a technical visit to REN – Parque das Serras do Porto, and other networking moments, including a visit to WOW – World of Wine.
Event data
+ 55 sessions
+ 1300 participants
+ 90 countries represented
+ 200 Speakers
+ 40 Exhibitors
+ 280 E-Posters
+70 Oral Communications
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- Global conference management
