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-# fragmentation
-The forest fragmentation analisis will be a pilot project for future aplicationsin for the rest of the member state and eu scale as well
+# Workflow: forest fragmentation
+The forest fragmentation analysis, currently being conducted as a pilot project, holds the promise of setting a precedent 
+for future applications not only within individual member states but also on a larger European Union scale. 
+This initiative explores the feasibility and benefits of addressing forest fragmentation challenges, laying 
+the foundation for potential broader, EU-wide efforts to enhance forest conservation and connectivity.
+
+
+### Rationale:
+Forests are crucial ecosystems that provide a wide range of environmental, ecological, and economic benefits. 
+However, they are increasingly threatened by fragmentation, which occurs when large forested areas are divided 
+into smaller, isolated patches. Fragmentation can lead to habitat loss, biodiversity decline, and reduced 
+ecosystem services. Recognizing the importance of preserving and restoring forest connectivity, this analysis aims to:
+
+- Assess the extent and severity of forest fragmentation within specific regions or countries.
+- Identify key drivers and factors contributing to forest fragmentation.
+- Evaluate the impact of fragmentation on biodiversity, ecosystem health, and socio-economic aspects.
+- Provide valuable insights for policymakers, conservationists, and land managers to make informed decisions regarding forest management and conservation.
+
+
+### Goal:
+The primary goal of the forest fragmentation analysis is to inform evidence-based decision-making and policy 
+formulation in the context of forest conservation and connectivity. Specifically, the goals include:
+
+- To develop a comprehensive understanding of the current state of forest fragmentation in the selected regions or countries.
+- To create a foundation for future research and conservation efforts aimed at mitigating the effects of forest fragmentation.
+- To raise awareness among stakeholders about the importance of maintaining and enhancing forest connectivity.
+- To contribute valuable data and insights that can guide sustainable land-use planning and forest management practices.
+
+
+### Steps:
+1. convert shape file to raster tiles (resolution 5m per pixel)
+	1. load shape file to postgreSQL
+	
+	2. create raster tiles, mask and fragmentation using:
+	
+	3. combining mask and fragmentation with:
+		
+
+### Notes:
+
+
+
+### Source data:
+* filled soon
+
+### Output data:
+* D:\rewilding\grass_frag_results\orig_area2
+* D:\rewilding\grass_frag_results\window_count2
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