The forest accounts collect data on forest resources and economic activity in the forestry and logging sector. The ecosystem accounts present data on the extent and condition of ecosystem assets and the services they provide to society and the economy. Both accounting systems are in line with the SEEA Ecosystem Accounting and compatible with the data reported under the European System of Accounts.
Forest and ecosystem accounts provide important information for measuring nature's contribution to the economy and human well-being. Indicators obtained are used, among others, to monitor the objectives of the EU's environmental action program: protection, conservation and restoration of biological diversity and improvement of natural capital.