Dynamic analysis reveals trends in timber production and environmental sustainability in Italy's forestry sector, highlighting the impact of digitalization.
Key Points
Assess the balance between environmental protection and economic development within Italy's forestry sector.
Utilized FAOSTAT dataset from 2001-2023
Conducted statistical analysis using R
Evaluated long-term trends in forestry sector profitability
Increase in forest area from 12,748 to 13,937 T ha
Decline in pulp-and-paper sector due to digitalization
Increased reforestation and timber production revenues requiring further investment