Gozdarski inštitut Slovenije is a public research institute of national importance in the field of fundamental and applied research in forests, forest landscapes, forest ecosystems, wildlife ecology, hunting, forest management, and the use of forest goods and services. With its scientific findings, the institute contributes to the understanding and management of forest biodiversity, its roles, and its response to changing climatic conditions. As the only public research institute in Slovenia dedicated to these areas, Gozdarski inštitut Slovenije is committed to scientific excellence and expertise.

Their research departments include forest ecology, forest physiology and genetics, forest protection, forest engineering and economics, planning and monitoring of forests and landscapes, and forest growth and silviculture. Their mission is to serve as a scientific, professional, and cultural center for the study and conservation of forests, and the goods and services they provide to Slovenia