SOILGUARD

Urgent action is required to mainstream sustainable soil management practices and the perception of soil biodiversity as a key nature-based solution to face land degradation and climate change impacts. The Horizon 2020 project SOILGUARD will co-create the evidence to fill the gaps of knowledge in relation to soil biodiversity and its contribution to soil multifunctionality and human well-being, thus quantifying the environmental, economic, and social consequences of unsustainable soil management. All knowledge generated within the SOILGUARD’s Network of Knowledge will be shared through the SOILGUARDIANS app, a predictive tool to support stakeholders on the transition to sustainable management. SOILGUARD will co-create evidence-based conservation recommendations for policies and frameworks at EU and international level and will support Member States commitments under the Global Soil Partnership.