Che aria tira? La risposta ai licheni

The project “Che aria tira? La risposta ai licheni”, part of the Tuscany Region’s ‘I custodi della montagna’ call for proposals (2023–2027), is aimed at local authorities, accommodation providers and farms in rural areas. These areas are a treasure trove for the conservation of biodiversity and good air quality compared to urban areas, thus providing an important ecosystem service that is, however, not usually assessed or valued.
The project aims to:
1) scientifically certify the quality of the air by measuring the biodiversity of lichens, which are known to be sensitive to air pollution;
2) create a network of accommodation providers capable of responding in an informed manner to the needs of a tourism sector increasingly seeking welcoming, healthy environments rich in biodiversity.