QUANTIFYING THE IMPACT OF FOREST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES ON BIODIVERSITY AND CARBON STORAGE: A FIELD EXPERIMENT APPROACH

Аннотация

This study investigates the impact of various forest management practices on biodiversity conservation and carbon storage in the Ugam-Chatkal State National Nature Park. The primary objective is to identify optimal forest management strategies that balance conservation goals with sustainable resource use. Field experiments, statistical analysis, remote sensing, GIS technologies, and community surveys were employed to gather comprehensive data. Findings indicate that forest management approaches based on natural regeneration significantly enhance biodiversity preservation and maximize carbon sequestration. Juniper forests demonstrated a carbon sequestration capacity of 0.20 tC/ha/year. The Ugam-Chatkal Biosphere Reserve was identified as a major carbon sink ecosystem. Moreover, local communities exhibited a high level of awareness and appreciation for ecosystem services, which is critical for shaping effective environmental policies. The outcomes of this research provide evidence-based recommendations for sustainable forest management, promoting biodiversity conservation and climate change mitigation through optimizedcarbon storage practices.