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EXAMPLES OF NATURA 2000 MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES CO-FINACED WITH EU FUNDS ESTABLISHMENT OF NATURA 2000 SITES 1. Administration of the site selection process MS Financing

source Type of environment

Target: species/ habitats/site

Description of the measures (short summary description) References (sources to get further information)

FR, UK, ES, PT

ERDF (to be completed by end of 2012)

Marine Marine Protected Areas in the Atlantic Arc (MAIA) incl. Natura 2000 sites

Define and implement joint methodology to identify marine areas whose habitats and/or species justify special protection or management. Part of Atlantic Area Transnational programme. Four technical workpackages - shared understanding, common monitoring strategies, management plans and measures, and securing stakeholder participation.

http://atlanticprojects.ccdr-n.pt/project-area/maia/project_view?page=Project details

RO PHARE Various Preparation of the list of proposed Natura 2000 sites and finalisation after biogeographical seminar funds.

www.mmediu.ro

2. Scientific studies/inventories for the identification of sites – surveys, inventories, mapping, condition assessment MS Financing




IE, UK INTERREG IIIA Marine and

coastal Benthic habitats

Joint Irish Bathymetric Survey (JIBS) to survey the seabed

http://www.marine.ie/home/services/surveys/seabed/JIBS.htm

MT INTERREG IIIC Marine and

coastal Benthic habitats

Survey to decide whether area around Filfla (Malta) qualifies as pSCI.

ES EAGF (2000-2006)

All terrestrial habitats

ecological corridors

Identification and design of ecological corridors in Murcia Region and development of guidelines for their management

http://www.murcianatural.carm.es/web/guest/legislacion/-/journal_content/56/14/147964

http://atlanticprojects.ccdr-n.pt/project-area/maia/project_view?page=Project%20details



http://www.mmediu.ro/






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ES LIFE-Nature (2004)

Marine and coastal

Seabirds Identification of Marine Important bird areas as a reference for the designation of SPAs. Elaboration of studies and inventories

http://www.seo.org/media/docs/Informe_IBASMarinas_Ing1.pdf

EE, LV, LT

LIFE Marine and coastal

Species and habitats of European importance

Obtain better information about species and habitats of European importance in the coastal waters of the Baltic States. Complete the establishment of Natura 2000 in the marine territories of Baltic States (site selection, designation, protection rules and management plans).

http://ec.europa.eu/environment/life/project/Projects/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.createPage&s_ref=LIFE05%20NAT/LV/000100

DE, IE, UK, ES, PT

EESD - Vth Framework Programme

Marine and coastal

Seamounts/reefs

Oceanic seamounts; an integrated study (OASIS). Scientific surveys, offshore MPA toolbox, draft management plan for Sedlo

http://www1.uni-hamburg.de/OASIS/Pages/page1.html

UK ERDF (to be completed by end of 2012)

Marine and coastal

Seabirds Seabird tracking study to identify important foragaing areas,to inform desigation of MPAs across the NE Atlantic, assess potential for impacts on human activities, recommendations for management

http://www.rspb.org.uk/ourwork/projects/details/255106-future-of-the-atlantic-marine-environment-fame-

UK, IT, ES, PT, FR, MT

ESF 6th Framework Programme

Marine and coastal

Marine protected areas

Investigate measures to protect species & habitats from effects of fishing, methods to assess effects of MPAs, integrated meausres and policy proposals for MPAs as fisheries & ecosystem management tools.

http://www.um.es/empafish/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=19&Itemid=49

IE, FR, ES, PT

ERDF (2010-2013).

Marine and coastal

Benthic habitats

Seabed habitat mapping with maps to support marine spatial planning and management. Includes detailed habitat maps of a number of Natura 2000 sites Folllow up of MESH project (INTERREG IIIB).

http://www.meshatlantic.eu/index.php?id=2

UK EFF Marine and coastal

FisherMap - Stakeholder process to map commercial fishing activities and local ecosystem knowledge. Provided information for identification of national marine conservation zones in SW Britain (Finding Sanctuary project)









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3. Preparation of initial information and publicity material MS Financing




RO PHARE Preparation and dissemination of information about the Natura 2000 network.

www.mmediu.ro

SK LIFE, ERDF grasslands,wetlands, forests

all Natura 2000 habitats

Elaboration and distribution of posters, brochures, videos, badges, stickers, exhibitions

www.sazp.sk

4. Pilot projects MS Financing




HU LIFE Grasslands Pannonic steppes and grasslands,

Explore and test the best possible grassland management methods; to ensure ecological and economical sustainability. The project aims to restore, conserve and sustainably manage 720 ha of six characteristic grassland and steppe habitats in the Pannonian Biogeographic Region.


http://www.sazp.sk/

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MANAGEMENT PLANNING 5. Preparation of management plans, strategies and schemes (including scientific studies and investigations needed for planning and implementation based on solid knowledge) MS Financing




SK ERDF (via OP Environment), LIFE+

Various Ursus arctos, bird species, grasslands, meadows

Elaboration of studies on bear population, inventory of damage caused by large carnivores, methodology on definition of favourable status of priority bird species, survey on wetland bird species and grassland habitats.

personal communication with representatives of State Nature Agency

DK, EE, FI, LV, LT, DE

INTERREG IIIB

Marine and coastal

Baltic Sea Management - Nature Conservation & Sustainable Development of the Ecosystem through Spatial Planning (BALANCE)

http://www.balance-eu.org

RO ERDF (via OP Environment)

All types Elaboration of management plans for newly designated Natura 2000 sites in Romania (273 SCI, 109 SPA)

www.mmediu.ro

HU LIFE Various Drafting of management plans, following the detailed survey of all target features in particular sites (already prepared for 9 SPA, the preparation of MPs for 4 SCI is in process).

HU Transition Facility

Various Management plans were prepared for 20 Natura 2000 sites in 2009 with the financial assistance of Transition Facility (A 2006/18/176.02.01).

http://biodiversity.europa.eu

HU ERDF- South-East Europe transnational cooperation programme.

Various rivers, lakes, coastal shores

BEtter management and implementation of NATURa 2000 sites BE-Natur. Transnational Joint Strategy for the better management and improvement of Natura 2000 network, and the definition of Joint Transnational Action Plans for the conservation of species and habitats, focussing in particular on wetlands (rivers, lakes, coastal shores).

http://www.southeast-europe.net/en/projects/approved_projects/?id=139 Project budget: 2.544.900,00 € ERDF contribution: 2.021.215,00 €

http://www.balance-eu.org/


http://biodiversity.europa.eu/

http://www.southeast-europe.net/en/projects/approved_projects/?id=139



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SK LIFE Grasslands,wetlands, forests, caves

6210, 6190, 6440, 1530, 2340, 6510, 91E0, 91F0, 91Q0

Preparation of expert studies on restoration and management of: different habitat types (forest steppe, grassland) restoration of dry grasslands by traditional grazing (including grazing models). Preparation of expert study and technical documentation on restoration of water and wetland habitats (restoration of river branch systems and sidearms). Preparation of expert study on restoration and protection of rocky habitats and caves.

Personal communication with representatives of State Nature Agency www.daphne.sk www.sovs.sk www.broz.sk

SK ERDF (via OP Environment)

All All Elaboration of management plans on SPAs, SCIs

CZ ERDF (via OP Environment)

All All Natura 2000 habitats

Drafting of management plans for all designated Natura 2000 sites (about 800 sites), following the detailed survey of all target features in particular sites.

ES ERDF (OP Murcia 2007-2013

Various Various Elaboration of studies and Management plans preparation for 1 SPA and 3 SCIs in Murcia region

http://www.murcianatural.carm.es/web/guest/visor-contenidos-dinamicos?artId=321513

UK EFF - European Fisheries Fund

Marine Inshore benthic habitats & species

Collecting information about fishing activity and intensity, which will be mapped with existing habitat and sensitivity data to develop options to inform sustainable fisheries management including within a number of SPAs & SACs

http://www.ccgc.gov.uk/landscape--wildlife/managing-land-and-sea/fishmap-mon.aspx

CZ ERDF – OP Environment.

Agriculture, forests

Floodplain forests, grasslands Amphibians, Butterflies

Implementation of Natura 2000 sites in Olomoucky county.Main goal: Preparing of management plans for several Natura 2000 sites. Also new monitoring systems and particular management measures have been prepared

http://en.opzp.cz/ ERDF-OP Environment. Priority 6, Axis 6.1 The implementation and management of the NATURA 2000 Network. ¨Project duration: October 2008 to December 2010. Budget 40 000 €, 90% ERDF

HU, AT, GR, IT BG, RO)

ERDF- South-East Europe transnational coop programme.

rivers, lakes, coastal shores

BEtter management and implementation of NATURa 2000 sites BE-Natur. BE-NATUR aims at favouring the better management and implementation of Natura 2000 sites in the SEE eco-regions focussing in particular on wetlands (rivers, lakes, coastal shores).

http://www.southeast-europe.net/en/projects/approved_projects/?id=139 Project budget: 2.544.900,00 € ERDF contribution: 2.021.215,00 €.

DE, AT, SK,HU, BG,RO, HR, SB

ETC South-East Europe

River and associated habitats

Floodplains, islands, river. Main species: white-tailed eagle, sturgeon,

Transnational Cooperation for nature protection within the Danube River Network of Protected Areas (Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania). Project involves: development of strategies, action plans, and project development for floodplain forests, species protection, navigation, joint monitoring. Also pilot activities for habitat and species protection

www.danubeparks.org.. ETC South-East Europe (www.southeast-europe.net). Priority 2, Area of Intervention 2.3. Project duration: March 2009-February 2012. Budget: 2,7 mio €, 85% EU-cofinancing. More than 800.000 ha by all involved partners. DANUBEPARKS brings together

http://www.daphne.sk/

http://www.sovs.sk/

http://www.broz.sk/




http://en.opzp.cz/




http://www.danubeparks.org/

http://www.southeast-europe.net/

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etc. (land purchase, monitoring, disturbance reduction, river revitalization, habitat restoration, small scale infrastructure etc). Capacity building (in all areas, but especially tourism activities build on seminars, workshops etc). Includes other activities: 12,13,17,19,20,21,22, 23,24,25.

important protected areas along the river to set up joint strategies and action plan, as a basis for further transnational cooperation and coordinated Measures. Project is related to/ complements major LIFE project for same area

PL ERDF Environment programme code 53.

All Various Elaboration of plans of protection activities for 406 Natura 2000 areas in Poland. Methodology based on indicators of the state of protection of species and habitats and on the knowledge of the experts. The whole planning process is deeply socialized. The documents are prepared and discussed during workshops in which representatives of all groups of interest participate. Groups of Local Co-operation are created.

Project Duration: 1.09.2009 - 31.09.2013. Total budget 6 517 205 € (80% ERDF)

SI, HU ERDF cross Border. Operational Programme Slovenia-Hungary 2007

Agriculture Grasslands KRAJINA – Traditional use of Habitats in Natura 2000 on either side of the Hungarian-Slovenian border. Prepare management of The Natura 2000 sites of Őrseg, Goričko and Mura (over 420 km2) across the border between Hungary and Slovenia. and develop a sustainable landuse model for the whole area.

ERDF cross Border. Operational Programme Slovenia-Hungary 2007-2013, 2nd priority Sustainable development Project duration 11.2009 – 10.2012 Budget: 1.317.193€ (84% ERDF)

CZ ERDF – OP Environment.

Agriculture, forests

Floodplain forests, grasslands.Amphibians, Butterflies

Implementation of Natura 2000 sites in Olomoucky county. Main goal: Preparing of management plans for several Natura 2000 sites. Also new monitoring systems and particular management measures have been prepared.

http://en.opzp.cz/. ERDF–OP Env. Priority 6, Axis 6.1 Implementation and management of NATURA 2000 Network. Duration: October 2008- December 2010. Budget 40 000 €, 90% ERDF.

http://en.opzp.cz/

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7. Consultation – public meetings, liaison with landowners MS Financing




UK EFF Marine and coastal

Stakeholder process to map commercial fishing activities and local ecosystem knowledge. Provided information for identification of national marine conservation zones in SW Britain (Finding Sanctuary project).

RO ERDF. OP Environment

All habitats Meetings with stakeholders during the preparation of management plans for Natura 2000 sites

www.mmediu.ro

SK LIFE grasslands,wetlands, forests

6210, 6190, 6440, 1530, 2340, 6510, 91E0, 91F0, 91Q0

Communication and regular meetings with key stakeholders, land owners, hunters and decision makers in order to discuss planned conservation measures or management plans. Excursions.

personal communication with representatives of State Nature Agency, www.sopsr.sk. www.daphne.sk, www.sovs.sk. www.broz.sk

DE ERDF. Priority 2:

wetland estuary Development and implementation of an integrated management plan for the Weser Estuary, Germany, in close collaboration with all stakeholder groups, in order to reconcile the conservation needs of the Weser Natura 2000 sites with the many land use and the economic activities in the estuary, such as fisheries, waterway transport, energy and recreation.

http://www.efre-bremen.de/detail.php?gsid=bremen59.c.2739.en ERDF. Priority 2: ‘to activate the urban economy and quality of life’. Total project costs €5 million, of which 50% will come from ERDF.

http://www.efre-bremen.de/detail.php?gsid=bremen59.c.2739.en



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8. Review of management plans, strategies and schemes MS Financing



Description of the measures (short summary description)

References (sources to get further information)

SK

ERDF-European teritorial Cooperation - Cross-border cooperation

agriculture, forest, wetland

91E0, 91F0, 6440, arable land in Natura 2000

Reviewing regional and local spatial plans in order to incorporate ecological corridors connecting Natura 2000 sites in cross-border area.

www.daphne.sk

9. Running costs of management bodies (maintenance of buildings and equipment) MS Financing





SK ERDF - via Operational programme environment

Various Restoration and maintenance of administration buildings and offices

Personal communication with representatives of State Nature Agency, www.sopsr.sk

10. Maintenance of facilities for public access and use of the sites, interpretation, observatories and kiosks etc MS Financing





RO LIFE Mountain Forest, grassland

Reorganisation of the pathways and fences in Bucegi national Park to limit erosion and damage due to uncontrolled tourism.

LIFE99 NAT/RO/006411 Bucegi 30/4/2002 - Habitat conservation in the Bucegi National Park/Romania


http://www.sopsr.sk/

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SK LIFE+ Agriculture, forest, grasslands, wetland

Improving interpretation value of Natura 2000 sites (watching tower, banches, trails), obervatories, interpretation and educational trails etc.

www.daphne.sk, www.sovs.sk. www.broz.sk

11. Staff (conservation/project officers, wardens/rangers, workers) MS Financing





SK LIFE+ Agriculture, forest, wetland

Capacity building and support of staff including project/conservation officers, experts and rangers

www.daphne.sk, www.sovs.sk. www.broz.sk

ONGOING HABITAT MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING 12. Conservation management measures – maintenance and improvement of habitats’ favourable conservation status

MS Financing





ES ERDF (OP Extremadura, 2007-2013)

Grasslands, forests

6310-Dehesas Protection and restoration of the dehesa ecosystem in public land. Forestry measures to promote the recovery and regeneration of the natural vegetation in degraded areas.

http://www.extremambiente.es/files/forestal/obras/10N1011FD027_opt.pdf

UK, DE FP7- Environment (2009-2013) for follow up

Marine and coastal

Deep water coral reefs

Gathering scientific data and fisher knowledge about areas of coral on the Rockall Bank Bank, identify most suitable areas to protect coral.

http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/files/extranet/docs/R_ISSR/Hall-Spencer%20et%20al%202009.pdf http://www.knowseas.com/



http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/files/extranet/docs/R_ISSR/Hall-Spencer%20et%20al%202009.pdf



http://www.knowseas.com/

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FR EAFRD - art 57 (a), measure 323B

Terrestrial (except

farmland and

woodland)

Habitats & species of EU interest

- Intensive restoration works of open habitats through scrub clearance. - Restoration of open habitats by controlled fire management on targeted areas. - Innovative works in favour of species or habitats

National administrative prescriptions: http://circulaire.legifrance.gouv.fr/index.php?action=afficherCirculaire&hit=8 http://circulaire.legifrance.gouv.fr/index.php?action=afficherCirculaire&hit=5 http://circulaire.legifrance.gouv.fr/index.php?action=afficherCirculaire&hit=1


Terrestrial (except

farmland and

woodland)


- Conservation grazing as a measure to manage open habitats. - Purchase of equipment required to implement conservation grazing - Open habitat conservation management by mowing when a high degree of biodiversity needs to be maintained. - Open habitat conservation management by hand-strimming or scrub clearance

National administrative prescriptions: http://circulaire.legifrance.gouv.fr/index.php?action=afficherCirculaire&hit=8 http://circulaire.legifrance.gouv.fr/index.php?action=afficherCirculaire&hit=5 http://circulaire.legifrance.gouv.fr/index.php?action=afficherCirculaire&hit=1


Terrestrial (excl.

farmland & woodland)


- Restoration or plantation of hedgerows, tree lines, isolated trees, orchards or copses - Management of hedgerows, tree lines, isolated trees, orchards or copses

See above

FR EAFRD - art 57 (a), 323B

Wetland Habitats & species of EU interest

Soil-craping of small areas as a measure to develop hygrophil pioneering communities

See above


Terrestrial (except.

farmland & woodland)


Light top-soil scraping for the conservation of pioneering communities of dry habitats

See above

FR EAFRD - art 57 (a), 323B


- Pond creation or restoration - Pond management

See above



- Mechanical vegetation clearance in water courses - Restoration of riparian vegetation and sensitive export

of grass cuttings - Management of riparian vegetation and sensitive

export of grass cuttings - Local ditch clearance in wetlands

See above

http://circulaire.legifrance.gouv.fr/index.php?action=afficherCirculaire&hit=8












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River River habitats & species of EU interest

- Restoration and management of ox-bows - Restoration works on water courses for increasing the

diversity of its structure and its eroding dynamic - Vegetation clearance and scarification of alluvial

banks

See above

FR EAFRD - art 49 - measure 227

Woodland Habitats & species of EU interest

- Creation or restoration of glades or moors - Creation or restoration of forest ponds - Implementation of directed regenerations - Marking, felling or pruning works without impact on

production - Management and restoration of riparian woodland,

riparian vegetation and sensitive export of cuttings - Scrub clearance carried out by hand instead of using

chemicals or mechanic tools - Fencing of areas with habitats of European interest - Plan in favour of the development of decaying wood - Innovative operations in favor of species or habitats

See above



Non-productive works enabling the development of a structurally diverse forest habitat favorable for species such as the Capercaillie, the Bechstein's bat, the Lady's-slipper Orchid...

See above

RO ERDF Operational Programme Environment

Wetlands Lake, wet meadows, forests, endangered birds

Ecological restoration of Comana Wetland (Natura 2000 site) The aim of this ERDF project is to restore the wetland by improving the flow of water and ensuring the effective management of the different habitats. At the heart of the project lies the construction of a dam with a sluice which will allow large parts to be re-flooded. The project will be accompanied by an awareness raising programme and long term monitoring programme.

Project duration: November 2009 – November 2011 Total budget: 1,807,319€ (67% ERDF).

RO LIFE+ Grasslands 6210* and 6240* dry grassland habitats

Establishing conservation action plans, developed with the participation of farmers/land users; conservation zoning in the area; micro-reserves that include simple and practical management agreements with land owners; habitat restoration activities including payments for certain private owners where necessary; demonstration activities; input to design of national and regional agri-environment schemes for the 2014-2020.

LIFE09 NAT/RO/000618 STIPA Tarnava Mare SCI: Saving Transylvania’s Important Pastoral Ecosystems

RO LIFE+ Rivers, wetlands,

Alluvial forests, wet meadows,

Improving the conservation status and protection regime of natural and semi-natural floodplain forest on 8

LIFE06 NAT/RO/000177 GREENDANUBE - Conservation and

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grasslands rivers, and associated species of birds, amphibians and reptiles..

selected Danube islands, all of which will be fully designated as Natura 2000 sites by the date of Romanias EU accession. The following actions are planned: revision of forestry plans to ensure conservation of species and their habitats; practical pilot reforestation works; .the islands shoreline will be consolidated to prevent erosion on sites affected by boat traffic; the islands will be promoted as eco-tourism destinations; training courses and seminars will be given to foresters and other key stakeholders. A certification model of the floodplain forest will be tested.

integrated management of Danube islands Romania

HU LIFE Grasslands and wetlands

Pannonic salt steppes and salt marshes. Natural dys-trophic lakes and ponds. Loess steppic grasslands

Restoring alkaline pannonic steppes and marshes Restore and rehabilitate the puszta and wetland habitats exploited by bird species nearly extinct. Establishing a farming system for the long-term management of the project area. Plans included the purchase of traditional cattle breeds (such as Hungarian grey and flecked cattle, mangalica pigs, racka sheep and goats) and the building of shelters.

LIFE02NAT/H/00863 Habitat management of Hortóbagy eco-region for bird protection. http://www.hortobagyte.hu/life_eredmenyek.php http://life2002.hnp.hu/en/html/hnpframe.html

HU LIFE Alluvial forests

Alluvial forests with Alnus glutinosa and Fraxinus excelsior

Demonstration of a long-term, sustainable conservation model for white willow (Salicion albae) alluvial forests in Hungary. Elimination or mitigation of the factors that threaten the habitats of EU interest.

http://szabadsagsziget.hu/index.php?l=_en

HU LIFE Dry meadows

Pannonic sand steppes

The project’s overall objective is to manage two Natura 2000 sites in the Little Hungarian Plain – the military practice ranges at Gönyü and Gyorszentiván – to restore degraded habitats (notably, the endangered Pannonic sand habitats) and populations of valuable species. The project also aims to find a balance between ongoing military activities and nature conservation needs.

http://kisalfoldihomokpuszta.blog.hu/

HU ERDF. Operational Programme Environment)

Dry grassland

Pannonic salt steppes and salt marshes

The overall objective of the project was the large scale restoration of grasslands in Kiskunsag area. In particular, the project aimed to reduce the negative effects of grassland fragmentation caused by channels, and the impact of intensive agriculture on natural grasslands.

http://www.hortobagyte.hu/life_eredmenyek.php

http://www.hortobagyte.hu/life_eredmenyek.php

http://life2002.hnp.hu/en/html/hnpframe.html

http://life2002.hnp.hu/en/html/hnpframe.html



http://kisalfoldihomokpuszta.blog.hu/

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HU ERDF. OP Environment

Dry grassland

Pannonic sand steppes

Restoration management of abandoned meadows in the closed military training area

HU ERDF. OP Environment

Wetland Natron lake Reconstruction of the water supply channels in the Lake Fertő area.

SK ERDF. OP Environment

grasslands,wetlands, forests

All Natura 2000 habitats

Mowing, mulching, construction of fish by-pass, forest protection against bark beetles using pheromone traps, construction of water gates, creation of new alternative breeding and feeding habitats for birds, marking and insulation of power lines in SPA to prevent bird mortality; wetlands construction.

Personal communication with representatives of State Nature Agency, www.daphne.sk www.sovs.sk www.broz.sk

SK EAFRD - RDP agri-environment measures (213,214)

grasslands semi-natural and nature grasslands, bird species

Maintenance habitats´favourable status through targeted extensive farming practices (AEM), payments of forgone income in HNV and Natura 2000 Bird sites

www.land.gov.sk Rural Development Plan for Slovakia

SK ERDF-European teritorial Cooperation - Cross-border cooperation


bird species, alluvial grasslands Mollinia meadows and species

Revitalisation of wetlands and floodplain grasslands (Cnidio Venosi) with cooperation of local farmers, removal od invasive species, revitalisation of forest habitats

www.sopsr.sk, www.daphne.sk, www.sovs.sk. www.broz.sk

SK EAFRD-RDP forest-environment measures

Forest All forest Natura 2000 habitats

Payments for environmental friendly management of forest habitats, payments of income forgone.

www.land.gov.sk (Rural Development Plan)

CZ LIFE+ Graslands Restoration of pastures, rehabilitation of old orchards, grassland restoration, eradication of invasive Acacia. SCIs in the České Středohoří Mts. (unique thermophilous steppic area)

http://ec.europa.eu/environment/life/publications/lifepublications/compilations/documents/natcompilation09.pdf

CZ ERDF (via Operational Programme Environment)

Graslands, Forests

SCI Krkonoše. Species-rich and alpine grasslands, forests

Restoration management of valuable species-rich grasslands abandoned due to collectivization of agriculture in the past; removal of dwarf mountain pine overgrowing the original habitats; transformation of spruce monocultures into the original forests


Grasslands, Forests

SCI Lomnický potok

Restoration management of habitats protected in the SCI


http://www.sovs.sk/

http://www.broz.sk/

http://www.land.gov.sk/


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Grasslands, Forests

SCI/SPA Doupovské hory

Restoration management of abandoned meadows, pastures and coppice forest stands in the closed military training area


Grasslands SCI/SPA Libavá Restoration management of abandoned meadows in the closed military training area


Wetlands SCI Trkmanec - Rybníčky

Dam restoration aimed at maintenance of water regime, for the maintenance of inland salt marshes, oligotrophic lakes

ES, PT INTERREG SUDOE IV

Rivers Riparian habitats

Recovery of riverine forests ((RICOVER project) .http://www.interreg-sudoe.eu/ESP/f/138/17/ RICOVER/Los-proyectos-aprobados/ Recuperacion-de-rios-en-el-SUDOE-Europeo

ES ERDF (OP Extremadura, 2007-2013)

Forest Quercus forests Restoration of natural vegetation (Quercus forests) in Monfrague


GR, UK, DK, DE, NL, SV, ES, CZ, LV, CA,

EE

FP7 Freshwater Freshwater and riparian habitats in Natura 2000 sites

Development of a system that will enable water managers to design cost-effective restoration programmes for freshwater ecosystems at the local and catchment scales that account for the expected future impacts of climate change and land-use change in the context of the WFD and Habitats Directive.Directives.

http://www.refresh.ucl.ac.uk/ . Project: "Adaptive strategies to mitigate the impacts of climate change on European freshwater ecosystems (REFRESH)". FP7, Water management and climate change impacts; Options for Ecosystem-based management.

IT ERDF Measure 2.6b

Wetlands 3130, 6410, 7230, Bombina variegata, Euplagia quadripunctaria

Restoration of wetland habitats and increasing of their surface, improving of the Bombina habitat, setting up the monitoring system of the wetlands, involvement of landowners in the management of the site. Didactic program for schools.

http://www.vactive.com/valpetronio/sito.swf Realisation of Natura 2000 obj.2 docup 2000-2006. Project: "Roccagrande - the story of man and nature"

PL ERDF Environment programme code 51

Forests Forest and peatland habitat types

Protection and restoration of degraded natural habitats (peat habitats, mires, forest and non-forest habitats) in areas located mostly (86%) within Natura 2000 network.

Project duration: 01.03.2009 – 31.12.2012. Total budget: 608,545€

13. Conservation management measures – maintenance and improvement of species’ favourable conservation status

http://www.interreg-sudoe.eu/ESP/f/138/17/%20RICOVER/Los-proyectos-aprobados/%20Recuperacion-de-rios-en-el-SUDOE-Europeo






http://www.refresh.ucl.ac.uk/

http://www.vactive.com/valpetronio/sito.swf


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MS Financing source

Type of environment




IT ERDF Measure 2.6b

Wetlands 3130, 6410, 7230, Bombina variegata, Euplagia quadripunctaria

Restoration of wetland habitats and increasing of their surface, improving of the Bombina habitat, setting up the monitoring system of the wetlands, involvement of landowners in the management of the site. Didactic program for schools.

http://www.vactive.com/valpetronio/sito.swf Realisation of Natura 2000 obj.2 docup 2000-2006. Project: "Roccagrande - the story of man and nature"

NL EFF, Marine and coastal

Harbour porpoise

Pilot study to investigate new pingers to mitigate bycatch of harbour porpoise in winter sets nets in Dutch coastal waters.

Dutch Ministry of Economic Affaairs, Agriculture and Innovation

PT ERDF (2007-2013)

Various Falco naumanni in South PT (Alentejo)

Habitat enhancement, species reintroduction, awareness raising

http://www.francelho.com.pt/conteudo.php?cat=2&cat1=4&cat2=0&cat3=0&idioma=pt


River Habitats & species of EU interest

- Removal or reduction of obstacles to the fish migrations in the riverbed

- Restoration of fish spawn grounds - Man-made facilities or equipment built in favour of species justifying the designation of a site.

National administrative prescriptions : http://circulaire.legifrance.gouv.fr/index.php?action=afficherCirculaire&hit=8 http://circulaire.legifrance.gouv.fr/index.php?action=afficherCirculaire&hit=5 http://circulaire.legifrance.gouv.fr/index.php?action=afficherCirculaire&hit=1

RO EAFRD Measure 214/3

Grassland Lanius minor, Falco vespertinus, Crex crex

Late mowing/low stocking rates/no fertilisers on grasslands (Grassland supporting important birds – pilot package)

Romanian National Rural Development Programme: www.madr.ro, Guides to measures issued under structural funds project: www.mmediu.ro

RO EAFRD Measure 214/ Grassland supporting important butterflies

Grassland Maculinea species

Late mowing/low stocking rates/no fertilisers on grasslands

Romanian National Rural Development Programme: www.madr.ro, Guides to measures issued under structural funds project: www.mmediu.ro

HU Instrument for Pre-accession Assistance

Agriculture, grasslands

Coracias garrulus, Falco

Long-term general goal of the project is to ensure favourable conservation status of habitats that are important for the target species. A further major objective

http://husrb.mme.hu/en/content/ipa-project










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(IPA) vespertinus is to create and maintain a standardized and integrated population monitoring scheme for the target species in the southern areas of the Pannonian Biogeographical Region.

HU ERDF (via Operational Programme Environment)

Wetlands Bombina bombina, Triturus dobrogicus, Bufo, bufo, Bufo viridis, Natrix natrix

Creation of wildlife passes for amphibians and reptiles in Bacs-Kiskun County


Various 8 SCIs in the Kiskunság region

Creation of artificial nesting and roosting buildings for bats in 8 Natura 2000 sites


Various Ferő-Hansag National Park

Creating safety nesting and roosting places for bats in the abandoned mine.


Birds of prey

Bükk National Park

Modification of dangerous electric 20 kV lines into bird-friendly construction in the Hevesi Pusztak TK.


Forest Eriogaster catax, Bombina. bombina

Restoration management in the coppice forests (butterfly) and removal of overgrown riverine tree vegetation (toad). Actions in 5 SCI.


River Salmon (Salmo salar). SCI Údolí Labe

Reintroduction of salmon into the SCI dedicated to its conservation. Follow-up of a project started in 2000s. Fish fry is purchased and released into the river.


Various Bats (Chiroptera) in 6 SCIs in the Pilsen region

Many SCIs for bats are represented by lofts of public buildings like schools and churches. Bats produce excrements which have to be regularly removed, otherwise the owners would object to have SCIs at their property

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ES, FR, IT, GR, Tunisia

INTERREG IIIB

All types Mediterranean Flora

Setting up a network of centres for the conservation of genetic material of the Mediterranean flora. The main objective is to collect and preserve genetic material in seed banks. Over 300 vegetal species from 38 habitats included in SCIs have been selected for the project .

http://www.murciaenclaveambiental.es/junio-2006.html?idRe=65


Agriculture, forest, wetland

Annex I bird species

Special measures for bird protection, construction of ecological corridors, reconstruction of nesting places.

www.sovs.sk, www.sopsr.sk

IT LIFE Nature, (3 projects)

Marine and coastal

Caretta caretta, Tursiops trunctaus, Sharks and Rays

The projects have carried out a number of tests using low impact fishing systems such as circular hooks, acoustic monitoring system on nets and Turtle Excluder Devices (TEDs). Monitoring of the interaction between dolphins and fishing activities A number of dedicated seminars were organised and carried out by the Fishing Associations in 45 different fishing harbours. During the tutorials fishermen were shown the correct recovery procedures and wereeach given a Marine Turtle recovery manual. Furthermore, fishermen were provided with 250 kits containing the equipment for the correct recovery of injured animals. “Guidelines to reduce the interaction with fishing activities” have been produced, which contain technical guidelines, programmes, regulations and possible incentives to promote the use, at the national level, of low impact fishing gear. Promotion the use of low impact fishing devices for pelagic stingrays (circle hooks), Development of a system to reduce accidental captures of basking sharks, Implementation of a tag & release policy for sport fishing tournaments. Specific training activity targeting fishermen, veterinarians and coast guard personnel who oversee controls on fishing.

http://www.tartanet.it/index.cfm?module=ActiveWeb&page=Webpage&s=risultatiLIFE database LIFE03 NAT/IT/000163 (Project: "Caretta and tursiops - Reduction of the impact of human activity on Caretta and Tursiops and their conservation in Sicily")LIFE04 NAT/IT/000187 (Project: "Tartanet a network for the conservation of sea turtles in Italy")LIFE+ Biodiversity 2007-2013, LIFE10 NAT/IT/000271 (Project: "Sharklife: Azione urgenti di conservazione dei pesci cartilaginei nei mari italiani"). The projects were carried out with the collaboration of the Italian fishery Ministry, of the fishing associations. Fishermen were directly involved in all actions.

RO LIFE+ Various Canis lupus ⁄ Lynx lynx ⁄ Ursus arctos

Develop management guidelines for the large carnivores in the national park with involvement from the local population, and to begin to implement these guidelines. The project will help to find solutions to the conflict

LIFE99 NAT/RO/006435 Piatra Craiului 30/6/2004 - Enhancement of Piatra Craiului National Park



http://www.sovs.sk/

http://www.tartanet.it/index.cfm?module=ActiveWeb&page=Webpage&s=risultatiLIFE%20database



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between the conservation of carnivores and land uses, such as for grazing livestock. The project will follow on from a major management project financed by the Global Environment Facility and plans to establish a model to be reproduced in other similar areas of the Carpathians. To this end, a management team comprising all the local socio-economic players involved will be set up. Management prescriptions for the three large carnivores will be drawn up and a team of park keepers will ensure that they are applied. Conflicts between users will be analysed and the purchase of 157 ha of pastureland will make it possible to encourage natural prey into the area. An awareness campaign will be one of the main aspects of this project. All the socio-economic players of the park will be involved and an education programme will be devised for local schools.

PL ERDF Operational Programme. Code 51.

Coastal, marine

Species: Marine mammals (propoise, grey seal).

Protection of Baltic mammals in Poland. Active protection (and rescue/recovery) of endangered marine species of Baltic Sea in Poland, including informing fishermen and tourists about methods of protection of porpoises and grey seals habitat:; Porpoise, grey seal monitoring; restitution of grey seals carried out by the Hel Marine Station; raising public awareness.

http://wwfpl.panda.org/co_robimy/gatunki_glowna/ssaki_baltyckie/ Project Duration: March 2009 - February 2013. Total budget 6,273,000€ (75% ERDF)

ES, FR, Andorra

ERDF. Operational Programme France, Spain Andorra.

Forest Tetrao urogallus, Lagopus mutus, Perdix perdix, Bonasa bonasia.

Monitoring and habitat management of three species of mountain galliforms. Actions on cables and fences should have a positive impact on the mortality of mountain Gallyformes, but also have beneficial effect on other birds (owls,raptors…). Measures to improve habitat (Capercaillie and Partridge) should increase adaptation capacity of communities and impact on demography. Actions addressed to favour the reintroduction of the hazel grouse (Bonasa bonasia), a species that disappeared from the Pyrénées due to human activities. Elaboration of Practical Guides to manage the habitats of the Western Capercaillie and the Grey Partridge based on the experience of the project.

www.gallipyr.eu ERDF-Code 51, Priority 2 "“Natural Heritage, and risk prevention, tourism and local products”. Project duration: Dec 2008- Nov 2011. Budget 2 446 940 € (Eu cofinancing: 1534119 €).

http://wwfpl.panda.org/co_robimy/gatunki_glowna/ssaki_baltyckie/


http://www.gallipyr.eu/

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14. Conservation management measures in relation to invasive alien species (IAS) MS Financing




PT , ES, FR

INTERREG IVB

Wetlands Lagoons, phanerogam meadows

Environmental management of lagoon areas with aquaculture uses. Project takes place inside N2000 where meadows are subject to pressure (invasive algae, anoxic crises) that result in the loss of biodiversity. Its aims are to harmonise tools for monitoring the growth of phanerogam meadows and develop tools to reduce the impact of invasive species.

http://www.interreg-sudoe.eu/PRT/f/138/25/ECO-LAGUNES/Os-projectos-aprovados/Gesto-ambiental-dos-meios-aquaticos-lagunares


Terrestrial (except farmland), woodland)


Eradication or management of invasive species or a pest National administrative prescriptions : http://circulaire.legifrance.gouv.fr/index.php?action=afficherCirculaire&hit=8 http://circulaire.legifrance.gouv.fr/index.php?action=afficherCirculaire&hit=5 http://circulaire.legifrance.gouv.fr/index.php?action=afficherCirculaire&hit=1

RO CAP Grassland Invasive scrub must be controlled under cross-compliance (GAEC).

Romanian National Rural Development Programme: www.madr.ro Guides to measures issuedunder structural funds project: www.mmediu.ro

HU ERDF (via OP Environment)

Grasslands Pannonic sand steppe

Large scale removal of alien plant species (Asclepias syriaca, Ailathus altissima, Robinia pseudacacia) on the species rich sand grasslands.

HU ERDF (via OP Environment)

Grasslands Molinia meadows

Restoration of pastures, grassland and wetlands in the Balaton Uplands area , eradication of invasive Robinia psudacacia, Solidago giugantea, and Alnus glutinosa)


Forest Alluvial forests (91E0, 91F0)

Removal of invasive species in forest habitats www.sopsr.sk






http://www.madr.ro/


http://www.sopsr.sk/

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CZ LIFE+ River Riverine habitats. SCI Niva Morávky, SCI Beskydy and SPA Beskydy

Eradication of invasive plant species Reynoutria spp. followed by revitalization of affected habitats; establishment of network of dedicated stakeholders; spreading the information on the project


Forests, Rivers

SCI Odra. Floodplain forest habitats, floodplain meadows, muddy river banks

Eradication of invasive plant species Reynoutria spp. in the floodplain of the Odra River


Rivers SCI Šlapačka, SCI Zlatý potok and SCI České Švýcarsko

Control of invasive American mink 2 projects

ES ERDF (OP Murcia 2007-2013)

Various IAS Plan to control invasive alien species in Murcia Region http://www.murcianatural.carm.es/web/guest/visor-contenidos-dinamicos?artId=321513

15. Implementation of management schemes and agreements with owners and managers of land or water to follow particular

prescriptions MS Financing





IT EAFRD, RDP 2000-2006 Emilia-Romagna Region,

Wetlands Freshwater marshes, waterfowl species, amphibians, reptiles and

− restoration of several kind of habitat, mainly freshwater wetlands, for wild fauna and flora on set aside fields for twenty years, − conservation (about 900 hectares) and/or the restoration (about 2.700 hectares) of natural and semi-natural habitats and features of the agri-

http://www.asoer.org/site/modules/wfdownloads/singlefile.php?cid=6&lid=11 Agrienvironmental measures. Programme: "Involving farmers in agri-environmental measures for the conservation of biodiversity

http://www.asoer.org/site/modules/wfdownloads/singlefile.php?cid=6&lid=11

http://www.asoer.org/site/modules/wfdownloads/singlefile.php?cid=6&lid=11

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birds ecosystem as hedges, small woods, ancient tree lines supporting vineyards, ponds, ponds for hemp fibre production; − about 1.100 hectares of permanent wetlands (freshwater marshes having 75 % of their surface permanently submerged) allowing the presence of many waterfowl species, amphibians, reptiles, typical emergent and submerged vegetation; − about 2.470 hectares of marshy meadows (including temporary and/or seasonal floodplains and meadows) where meadows and ponds flooded at least for 6 months every year and on 50 % of their surface allowing the presence of habitat particularly appreciated by geese, herons and waders both breeding and migrants; − 2.357 hectares of permanent meadows with scrub patches set in rows or like the spots on a leopard. This kind of habitat is created often close to marshy meadows and/or permanent wetlands and is complementary to the former from the ecological point of view.

in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy")

IT EAFRD, RDP 2007-2013 of Marche Region. Measures: 111, 125, 211, 213, 214 and 216

Various habitats and species linked to agriculture

Nattura 2000 sites with agriculture

Restoration or construction of drinking troughs in dry pastureland. The structures have to be accessible to amphibians and, in case of larger ponds, to the personnel for monitoring. - Restoration and creation of autochcthonous hedges, riparian strips and small woods. - Placing of nests for birds for which the Natura 2000 sites has been designated. - Placing of boxes for wild pollinators. - Removal of invasive alien species from hedges, woods and riparian strips. - Creation of new ponds, including placing of rare plant species, for amphibians and odonata. - Indemnity for the maintenance of pasturage and specific cultures in mountain areas. - Indemnity for the avoidance of burning of stubbles. - Payments for the implementation of organic farming.

http://psr2.agri.marche.it/index.php?option=com_psr&view=psrdocs&Itemid=36. Programme: "Territorial agri-environment agreement for the protection of biodiversity". The agreement consists of a set of commitments made by farmers of one or more Natura 2000 sites to carry out interventions aimed at the conservation of habitats and species of EU interest in accordance with the conservation measures of the Natura 2000 management plans. The agreement involves public and private parts in the implementation of a shared project including the balanced implementation of the five different measures of the RDP. Priority is given to: - higher surface of Natura 2000 sites interested by the project

http://psr2.agri.marche.it/index.php?option=com_psr&view=psrdocs&Itemid=36

http://psr2.agri.marche.it/index.php?option=com_psr&view=psrdocs&Itemid=36

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- Payments for the breeding of plants and animals at risk of extinction. - Information activities including seminars, thematic guided tours and publications to make aware farmers on sustainable management of natural resources and introduction farming practices with positive effects on biodiversity;

- importance of conservation objectives of the project - higher number of farmers and of agricultural land - higher level of commitment by farmers



Investments aiming at informing people working in woodlands


RO EAFRD Axis 2 Measure 214

grassland, scrub habitats

all relevant grassland and scrub

There are no Natura 2000 grassland or Forest payments. However, HNV grasslands (Measure 214) is applicable and is widely used within relevant N2000 sites.

Romanian National Rural Development Programme: www.madr.ro

HU EFF: agri-env. schemes dedicated to fishponds

Wetland birds

Wetland birds One of the goal of the scheme is to enhance biodiversity of the fishpond areas and traditional features of aquaculture zones.

http://halaszat.kormany.hu/admin/download/b/7b/10000/Fisheries%20Operational%20Programme%20of%20the%20Republic%20of%20Hungary%202007-2013.pdf

HU EAFRD: agri-env. schemes: Payments to farmers in areas with handicaps, other than mountain areas

Grasslands Natura 2000 code of the habitats:1530, 5130, 6190, 6210, 6230, 6240, 6250, 6260, 6410, 6440, 6510, 6520, Grassland birds

The measure contributes to the maintenance of grassland areas, provides supplementary income for the producers maintaining agricultural activities in areas with unfavourable conditions. Indirectly, it stimulates a transformation of the production structure, with the farming of livestock adapted to the unfavourable conditions, representing market significance and a special character (being often endangered species).

http://umvp.eu/files/20111122110231.pdf







http://www.madr.ro/






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HU EAFRD: Natura 2000 payments on agricultural areas

Grasslands Natura 2000 habitats: 1530, 5130, 6190, 6210, 6230, 6240, 6250, 6260, 6410, 6440, 6510, 6520,

Keeping suitable management of grasslands and protection of species and habitats in the indicated areas (with particular regard to grasslands with high levels of biodiversity), as well as the enforcement of compliance with the rules of land use, in line with the provisions.


HU EAFRD: Agri- environmental payments

Grasslands, arable land

All relevant Natura 2000 sites in the country

Support to the sustainable development of rural areas, to preserve and improve environmental conditions, to reduce load on environment from agricultural sources, to offer environmental protection services, and to promote agricultural practice based upon the sustainable use of natural resources


HU EAFRD: Forest-environment payments

Forests Natura 2000 forest habitats: 9110, 9130, 9150, 9180, 91E0, 91F0, 91G0, 91H0, 91I0, 91K0, 91L0, 91M0, 91N0

Forest-environment payments allocated on forest-area per hectare for those beneficiaries who voluntarily undertake forest and environmental protection obligations exceeding the obligations determined in the legislation and in the forest plans that had been elaborated in compliance with the professional principles.


Agriculture, wetland

Alluvial Cnidion grasslands (6440), Mollinia meadows

Restoration of wetlands and wet grasslands and follow up management based on agreements with land managers.

www.daphne.sk

SK LIFE+ Grassland, wetland

Steppe and dry grasslands wetlands, meadows, salt marshes, sand dunes.

Restoration of grassland habitats, revitalisation of hydrological regime on salt marshes, restoration of mountain grasslands by grazing, management of habitats of sand dunes

Personal communication with representatives of State Nature Agency, www.sopsr.sk. www.daphne.sk, www.broz.sk




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CZ EAFRD: agri-env. schemes dedicated to Natura 2000

Grasslands All relevant Natura 2000 sites

5-year-commitment to apply special management and abstain from some unsuitable activities subsidized following the Rural Development Programme. Applicable to: - Mountain and dry meadows. - Mesophilous and wet meadows. - Nesting places of charadriid birds. - Nesting places of corncrake. - Nesting places of corncrake - Pastures, Species-rich pastures. - Dry steppic grasslands and heaths.

CZ EAFRD: sylvi-env. scheme dedicated to Natura 2000

Natura 2000 forest habitats

All relevant Natura 2000 sites in the country

20-year-commitment to maintain the conserved state of particular forest stands and abstain from commercial forestry approaches subsidized following the Rural Development Programme



- Works preventing the silting-up of waterbodies and lakes - Restoration of small-scale drainage systems - Management of small-scale drainage systems


16. Provision of services: compensation for rights foregone and loss of income and developing acceptability ‘liaison’ with

neighbors MS Financing





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SK

EAFRD-RDP (measure 213,214)

Agriculture semi-natural and natural grasslands, important Bird Natura 2000 sites (for selected species)

Compensation for extensive farming practices including grazing and mowing aimed at maitenance of favourable habitat status or species protection. Payments for income forgone for extensive farming managment of Birds Natura 2000 sites

www.land.gov.sk (Rural Development Plan)

17. Monitoring and surveying MS Financing





PT, IE, ES and FR

INTERREG IVB (2010-2012)

Marine and coastal

Seabed habitats iR

MESH Atlantic (Mapping Atlantic Area Seabed Habitats for Better Marine Management): to provide harmonised seabed habitat mapping over the coastal and shelf zones of the Atlantic Area in order to inform spatial planners and management. It will assist in the proper design of Member States policies and application of their directives (mainly Habitat and Marine Strategy).

http://www.meshatlantic.eu/ International marine habitat mapping programme (9 partners and 2 associate partners from FR, IE, PT and ES) covering the Atlantic Area: habitat mapping, use of seabed habitat maps for environmental management within national regulatory frameworks.

10 COUNTRIES

FP7 Theme 6: Environment

Marine and coastal

Cold-water coral settings in 10 countries

CoralFISH- assessing the interaction between cold water corals, fish and fisheries, in order to develop monitoring and predictive modelling tools for ecosystem based management in the deep waters of Europe and beyond.

http://eu-fp7-coralfish.net/ FP7 Theme 6: Environment; Activity 6.2: Sustainable Management of Resources. Grant agreement no.: 213144


http://www.meshatlantic.eu/

http://eu-fp7-coralfish.net/

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GR

LIFE Marine and coastal

Monachus monachus

Training transferred knowledge about how to respond and actively participate in the rescue of monk seals in need. Some 164 participants improved their seal conservation skills during the LIFE funded training programme and other project interventions to rescue, treat, rehabilitate and release seals also helped reduce mortality risks within the limited population of this endangered species. Fishermen were actively involved in recording seal-fishery interactions and also became more involved in the National Rescue and Information Network (RINT) for seals

http://mofi.mom.gr/uk/index.htm LIFE05 NAT/GR/000083 (Project "MOFI - Monk seal & fisheries: Mitigating the conflict in Greek seas")

RO

LIFE+ Forest, grassland and rivers

Delphinus delphis ⁄ Phocoena phocoena ⁄ Tursiops truncatus

Develop the technical and legal basis for the conservation of the three endangered dolphin species in the Romanian Black Sea area. Improve knowledge of accidental catching of dolphins and impose restrictions for fishing methods known to have adverse impacts on dolphins. Surveys on pollutants sources from the Romanian coast that have harmful effects on dolphins, and studies on the incidence of diseases in order to define and implement mitigation measures. Drawing up and adoption of a national action plan based on the monitoring of the populations and on the evaluation of impacts and main threats. Suitable measures for the conservation of the habitat, including the designation of new marine reserves is also foreseen.

LIFE00 NAT/RO/007194 Dolphins 30/6/2004 - Conservation of the dolphins from the Romanian Black Sea waters

http://mofi.mom.gr/uk/index.htm

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ES, FR

INTERREG IIIA (Programme: "Por un Pirineo Vivo / Pyrénées Vivantes"

Mountain Bearded Vulture (Gypaetus barbatus)

Implementation of a transboundary monitoring programme for the bearded vulture on both sides of the Pyrenees (Spain and France) using a common methodology and trained rangers. The Programme "Por un Pirineo Vivo/Pyrénées Vivantes" aims at developing common methodologies to promote concerted management of mountain biodiversity and environmental education. It also includes other actions to promote a network of "Pyrenean natural areas" and a quality label, public awareness and education through multilingual materials, etc.

http://www.aragon.es/DepartamentosOrganismosPublicos/Departamentos/AgriculturaGanaderiaMedioAmbiente/AreasTematicas/MA_Biodiversidad/ProyectosEuropeos/ci.12_Programa_interreg.detalleDepartamento?channelSelected=4ab736552883a210VgnVCM100000450a15acRCRD

SK


Agriculture, wetlands

wetland bird species

monitoring and surveying wetlands bird species in cross-border areas

www.vtaky.sk (projects)

SK


Agriculture, wetlands

Cnidion grasslands (6440), Mollinia meadows, , aluvial forest (91E0, 91F0)

Monitoring of grassland habitats. www.daphne.sk (projects)

AT, CZ

ERDF- European Territorial Co-operation Austria -Czech Republic (cross border) Strand 51 (Biodiversity)

Wetlands, Rivers

River and associated wetlands, dry grasslands. Species: bats, beetles, spiders, dice snake and Aesculapian snake, wild cat, small mammals, endangered birds, butterflies

The aim of this project is the harmonisation of all research activities concerned with the natural conditions within the Park. The basic requirements to guarantee successful management of natural resources are scientific data exchange and the joint design/development of conservation measures. The project consists of 8 project modules: (a) Documentation of bats on Austrian side, linking up data with Cz; (b) Study of ground beetles (Carabidae ) and spiders (Araneae) on dry grassland and meadows in Austria, incorporating data from Cz; (c) Population-ecology study of dice snake and Aesculapian snake within the two protected sites; (d) Wildcat research; (e) Collecting data on rare or

www.np-thayatal.at Project duration: 01.03.2009 – 29.02.2012. Budget: € 397923. The Cross Border National Park Thayatal-Podyjí runs along the border between Czech Republic and Austria (ca 7600ha). Project is related to/complements major LIFE project for same area








http://www.vtaky.sk/

http://www.daphne.sk/projects

http://www.np-thayatal.at/

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threatened bird species in Cz, joining them up with data from Austrian studies; (f) Monitoring along the Thaya and harmonisation of methodology; (g) Research on the Lepidoptera fauna in both protected areas, checked against Czech studies; (h) Documentation of small mammals on the Austrian side, linking up data with the Cz.

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18. Risk management (fire prevention and control, flooding etc) MS Financing





GR, FR, IT,

HR

CPFI. Civil protection financial instrument

Forests Various The project has developed a specific strategy to increase awareness on forest fires among tourists travelling to Mediterranean islands, areas particularly affected by fire events and including many Natura 2000 sites. .Multilingual video spots and printed material were developed. Tourists were firstly contacted by the campaign messages by video spots broadcasted on the ferries travelling to the different islands. Afterwards tourists were again contacted when reaching their final holiday destinations: summer camps, holiday houses and, partly, hotels.

http://www.eu-mirto.net/cms/ C2009 Call for proposals for cooperation projects on prevention and preparedness (Project: "MIRTO: MInimizing forest fire Risks for Tourists")

RO

LIFE+ Forests Alluvial forests , Alluvial meadows, Natural eutrophic lakes, Riparian galleries ⁄

guarantee the long-term conservation of habitats and species of European importance in the SIB Natural Park. Amongst others, the following actions are planned: - the dynamic water regime, which is threatened by siltation of a natural inflow channel, will be improved through dredging, to raise the water table on an area of almost 2500 ha

LIFE06 NAT/RO/000172 RESTOREWETLANDS - Conservation, restoration and durable management in Small Island of Braila, Romania

http://www.eu-mirto.net/cms/

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19. Site surveillance

MS Financing source

Type of environment




Marine Variuos Surveillance of marine and coastal areas in SPAs. Monitoring of marine species including sea turtles and dolphins.

http://www.murcianatural.carm.es/web/guest/visor-contenidos-dinamicos?artId=321513 The Operational Programme 2007-2013 of EFRD includes two priorities in Axis 3: promotion of biodiversity and nature (including a Natura 2000 Programme), and Promotion of the natural environment.

PL ERDF Operational Programme . Code 51.

coastal, marine

Species: Marine mammals (propoise, grey seal). Polish coast of the Baltic Sea.

Protection of Baltic mammals in Poland. WWF Blue Patrol has been created with a group of 40 voluntaries working along the Polish coast near to the beach (up to 3 km). They patrol the seas and beaches and help animals in distress. The patrol is supported by regular inspections of the coast from the air, accompanied by an extensive photo documentation. Data from all observations are entered into the database, which will become a comprehensive source of information about the occurrence and risk of mammals on the Polish Baltic coast. WWF also supports the recovery of grey seals in the Marine Station in Hel.A Blue Guide for tourists has been published to find out more about Baltic mammals and on how to act when they see a seal or a porpoise on the beach.

http://wwfpl.panda.org/co_robimy/gatunki_glowna/ssaki_baltyckie/ Project Duration: March 2009 - February 2013. Total budget 6,273,000€ (75% ERDF)






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20. Provision of information and publicity material MS Financing





IT

EFF 2007 – 2013

Marine and coastal

Several Promotion campaign on sustanaible fisheries products. Special attention is given to schools through direct communication on the subject of fish stocks, the impact that the various instruments of fishing on the environment and fish species (bycatch), the small coastal fishing and the proper use of fish.

http://www.pescasostenibile.it/page.aspx?ID=1385859&LVL_II=65&view=top EFF 2007 – 2013 measure 3.4 "Development of new markets and promotional campaigns" (Project: "PAM: Il pesce Amico del Mare")

HU

ERDF Interreg III

Forests, grasslands

All Natura 2000 sites in the Bukk National Park region

The aim of the project is the compilation and typographical implementation of various information and popular-scientific materials (newspapers, books, booklets, folders), the development of the contents of the Bükk National Park Directorate’s homepage and the production of a film representing nature conservation activities and nature conservation in practice.

CZ

LIFE+ grassland, forest, rivers

All Natura 2000 sites in the Moravskoslezský Region

Improving of the level of information of stakeholders (landowners, municipalities, visitors) about designated Natura 2000 sites in the region. Informing about the conservation measures needed and their technical justification.

CZ

ERDF (via the Transboundary Cooperation Operational Programme Czechia – Slovakia)

Floodplain and riverine habitats

SCI Řeka Vlára Information materials about the project on eradication of invasive plants along the Vlára river

http://www.pescasostenibile.it/page.aspx?ID=1385859&LVL_II=65&view=top

http://www.pescasostenibile.it/page.aspx?ID=1385859&LVL_II=65&view=top

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SI, HU ERDF cross Border. Operational Programme Slovenia-Hungary 2007-2013.

Agriculture Grasslands A range of awareness raising material and tourism brochures will be produced to raise the profile of the region as a top nature friendly destination. New agricultural and touristic products will be developed, accompanied by a local trademark to help promote local products.

http://www.park-goricko.org/ KRAJINA – Traditional use of Habitats in Natura 2000 on either side of the Hungarian-Slovenian border. (Őrseg, Goričko and Mura, over 420 km2). Project duration 11.2009 – 10.2012 Budget: 1.317.193€ (84% ERDF)

21. Training and education MS Financing





RO

LIFE+ Various Canis lupus ⁄ Lynx lynx ⁄ Ursus arctos

An awareness campaign will be one of the main aspects of this project. All the socio-economic players of the park will be involved and an education programme will be devised for local schools.

LIFE99 NAT/RO/006435 Piatra Craiului 30/6/2004 - Enhancement of Piatra Craiului National Park

RO

LIFE+ Rivers, wetlands, grasslands

Alluvial forests, wet meadows, rivers.

Training courses and seminars will be given to foresters and other key stakeholders. As part of the new management approach, a certification model of the floodplain forest will be tested. The outstanding natural value of the islands will be actively communicated through the dissemination of the project results and through an active involvement of the local community in the project’s implementation.

LIFE06 NAT/RO/000177 GREENDANUBE - Conservation and integrated management of Danube islands Romania

SK

LIFE, ERDF grasslands,wetlands, forests

all Natura 2000 habitats

Elaboration and implemetation of complex educational programs on the NATURA 2000 site in the region for schools. Educational films about NATURA 2000. Education, training and exchange of know-how aimed at nature and visitor management.

www.daphne.sk

http://www.park-goricko.org/


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SK


grasslands, forest, wetlands

alluvial Cnidion grasslands (6440), Mollinia meadows

Elaboration and implemetation of complex educational programs on the NATURA 2000 site in the floodplain region for schools.

www.daphne.sk

CZ ERDF (via Interreg III)

Pearlmussel SCI Lužní potok

Expert seminar about the management of declining populations of pearl mussel.

CZ ERDF (via Interreg III)

Black grouse

SPA Východní Krušné hory

Stakeholder seminar informing about the needs of the target species for foresters, hunters, tourist facility providers, municipalities

DE, AT

ETDF. Interreg IVA

Wetlands Six bog regions with a big variety of different habitats are represented. Different types of protected areas (Nature reserves, Natura 2000 sites and Ramsar Sites)

The project is focused on sustainable eco-tourism in combination with local needs. The development of environmental education tools on different levels is one of the main goals which include trainings for bog guides, information folders, lessons for school-children and teenagers. Creating a map about the bogs in the different regions for teachers and bog guides; development of a concept for bog excursions; development of training sessions for bog guides "Moorführerausbildung" (bog guides will be able to work in all 6 bog regions); creation of a bog environmental education backpack to be used by the bog guides, a film about the regions and their bogs.

http://www.alpen-moorallianz.eu/ Alliance for bogs in the Alps.(Bavaria, Austria). Project duration :July 2009 - June 2012. Budget: 1,89 Mio. €; 60% ERDF funding.


http://www.alpen-moorallianz.eu/

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22. Facilities to encourage visitor use and appreciation of Natura 2000 sites MS Financing





CY

EDEN (European Destinations of Excellence), Grant Programme,

Various Various Promotion at EU and wider levels of the selected destinations, among which the Natura 2000 sites are always put in evidence; Promotion of sustainable tourism development models across the European Union; Enhancement of the visibility of emerging European destinations; Creation of a platform for sharing good practices across Europe; Promotion of a networking between awarded destinations.

http://www.cyprus-eden.com/2011/eng/eu_eden.htm ENT/TOU/10/5.1.1 “Tourism and Regeneration of Physical Sites”

RO LIFE+ Rivers,

wetlands, grasslands

Alluvial forests, wet meadows, rivers

The islands will be actively promoted as eco-tourism destinations and a strategy will be developed to encourage this.

LIFE06 NAT/RO/000177. GREEN DANUBE - Conservation and integrated management of Danube islands

RO

ERDF Operational Programme Environment:

wetlands, river

river habitats Measures to improve management of Natura 2000 sites in the Iron Gates Natural (Natura 2000 site). The project developed and promoted 16 ecotouristic trails and an information and documentation centre.

http://www.portiledefierpn.ro/index.html Project duration: April 2010 – September 2011. Budget 81,000€

DE, AT

ERDF. Interreg IVA

Wetlands Several bog types in six regions, in protected areas, including Natura 2000 sites, Ramsar

The project is focused on sustainable eco-tourism in combination with local needs. Includes the construction of interesting ecotourism infrastructure for seniors, adults, teens and kids like observation platforms/towers; - development of management plans for the bogs.

http://www.alpen-moorallianz.eu/ Alliance for bogs in the Alps.(Bavaria, Austria). Project duration :July 2009 - June 2012. Budget: 1,89 Mio. €; 60% ERDF funding.

http://www.cyprus-eden.com/2011/eng/eu_eden.htm

http://www.cyprus-eden.com/2011/eng/eu_eden.htm

http://www.portiledefierpn.ro/index.html

http://www.alpen-moorallianz.eu/

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SI, AT

ERDF - Cross border OP SI-AT 2007-2013, (85% ERDF)

Mountain various habitats Parking place, mountaineering educational center, artificial climbing wall, walking trail, purchasing e-biking, wooden fences, etc. The specific objective is to protect a natural and cultural significant area (park Karavanke) and to develop economy and tourism. The area is under pressure of neighbour urban and touristic centres on the both sides of the border.

http://www.karavanke.eu ERDF - Cross border OP SI-AT 2007-2013, 2nd priority: Sustainable and harmonious development, Activity: natural resources management. Project duration: 5. 2009 – 10. 2011. Total budget :1.375.195€ (85% ERDF)

INVESTMENTS COSTS 23. Land purchase, including compensation for development rights MS Financing





SK

LIFE Grasslands, forest, wetlands

6210, 6190, 6440, etc.

purchase of land for nature conservatio purposes www.broz.sk

24. Infrastructure needed for habitat or species restoration MS Financing






Terrestrial (except farmland and woodland)


Covering expenses of mitigation works related to impacts of roads, paths and other linear transport infrastructures


http://www.karavanke.eu/

http://www.broz.sk/

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Grassland, wetlands

All Natura 2000 sites in Hungary

Creating the necessary infrastructure to help preserve the natural values of state-owned protected areas and Natura 2000 sites and for their proper management..

25. Infrastructure needed for public access, observatories and kiosks MS Financing





PT INTERREG IIIB (2000-2006)

Marine and coastal

Marine species of the Azores oceans

Creation of a centre for marine interpretation based on a virtual trip from the surface into the deep oceans covering different coastal and oceanic environments. This project built on the results of a previousproject (Life-Nature Maré) that collected baseline information and prepared and partially implemented management plans for the coastal and marine N2000 sites of the Azores

http://www.cimvazores.info/cimv_eng.htmlhttp://www.horta.uac.pt/projectos/macmar/ogamp/marmac.html

RO LIFE + Forest, grassland and rivers

Delphinus delphis ⁄ Phocoena phocoena ⁄ Tursiops truncatus

Awareness-raising campaign and construction of an information centre.

LIFE00 NAT/RO/007194 Dolphins 30/6/2004 - Conservation of the dolphins from the Romanian Black Sea waters

HU CF (via Operational Programme Environment)

Wetlands, grasslands, forests

Balaton Upland National Par

Construction of a visitor center and interpretation trail informing about the SCI and SPA (which is at the same time National Park)

HU CF (via Operational Programme Environment)

Wetlands Hortobagy National Park

"Crane Migration Hortobágy" The Hortobágy fishpond railway development and creation of new eco-tourism attractions

http://www.cimvazores.info/cimv_eng.htmlhttp



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SK LIFE, ERDF(?)


6210, 6190, 6440), 1530, 2340, 6510, 91E0, 91F0) , 91Q0, etc.

instalation of infrastructure to improve control of the sites and allow regulated access of public: observation and monitoring towers, information signs, ramps (closing road),“access banned” signs, tourist footpath, nature and interpretation trails

personal communication with representatives of State Nature Agency, www.daphne.sk, www.sovs.sk. www.broz.sk

CZ CF (via Operational Programme Environment)

Forests, rivers, associated species

SCI České Švýcarsko

Construction of a visitor center and interpretation trail informing about the SCI (which is at the same time National Park)

CZ CF (via Operational Programme Environment)

various National Parks and Protected Landscape Areas overlapping with both SCIs/SPAs

Construction/complete reconstruction of information centres and/or so-called “Houses of Nature” with the same purpose


Various Creation of nature paths, information centres, information materiasl, etc. in natural areas in Murcia.



Terrestrial (except

farmland and

woodland)


Fencing and access restriction works Installation of information panels explaining to people working within the site boundaries how to limit their impact




Covering extra costs of investments aiming at reducing the impact of forest roads

See above

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Annex 1: Natura 2000 management activities

Categorisation No. Types of Activities Further description Typology of the cost

Finalisation of Natura 2000 sites

1 Administration of the site finalisation process

Funding for authorities carrying out the selection process.

One off cost

2 Scientific studies/inventories for the identification of sites – surveys, inventories, mapping, condition assessment

Scientific studies, research personnel, workshops and meetings, creation of databases etc.

One off cost

3 Preparation of initial information and publicity material

Including handbooks, seminars, workshops, communication materials for training and capacity building.

One off cost

4 Pilot projects Initial ‘trial’ projects at sites. One off cost

Management planning

5 Preparation of management plans, strategies and schemes

Elaboration and/or update of management and action plans, land use plans etc.

One off cost

6 Establishment of management bodies

Start-up funding, feasibility studies, management plans etc.

One off cost

7 Consultation – public meetings, liaison with landowners

Including costs incurred for the organization of meetings and workshops, publication of consultation outcomes, financial support of stakeholders, etc. Can include networking activities (travel, meetings and workshops).

One off cost/ Recurrent Costs

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8 Review of management plans, strategies and schemes

Review and updating of management plans and strategies.

Recurrent Costs

9 Running costs of management bodies (maintenance of buildings and equipment)

Including: running costs incurred to meet depreciation of infrastructure, consumables, travel expenses, rents and leases etc.

Recurrent Costs

10 Maintenance of facilities for public access and use of the sites, interpretation, observatories and kiosks etc.

Including costs related to guides, maps, related personnel.

One off cost

11 Staff (conservation/project officers, wardens/rangers, workers)

Ongoing staff costs.

Recurrent Costs

Ongoing habitat management and monitoring

12 Conservation management measures – maintenance and improvement of habitats’ favourable conservation status

Including restoration work, provision of wildlife passages, management of specific habitats, and preparation of management plans.

Recurrent Costs

13 Conservation management measures – maintenance and improvement of species’ favourable conservation status

Including restoration work, provision of wildlife passages, management of specific species (flora and fauna) and plans.

Recurrent Costs

14 Conservation management measures in relation to invasive alien species (IAS)

Including restoration work, infrastructure, management of specific species, and preparation of management plans.

Recurrent Costs

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15 Implementation of management schemes and agreements with owners and managers of land or water to follow particular prescriptions.

Includes: • Agri-environmental measures, e.g.

wildlife-friendly production methods, habitat restoration on agricultural land, extensive livestock breeding, conservation of meadows, etc

• Forest-environmental measures, e.g. creation of exploitation-free zones, retention of dead wood, control or eradication of invasive alien species, afforestation or reforestation activities, management of specific vegetation, etc.

• Aqua-environmental measures, e.g. habitat maintenance in aquaculture zones etc. (relates to aquaculture rather than fishing).

Recurrent Costs

16 Provision of services: compensation for rights foregone and loss of income and developing acceptability ‘liaison’ with neighbours

Costs of compensation, e.g. to farmers, foresters or other land owners or users for income forgone as a result of management prescriptions needed for Natura 2000.

Recurrent Costs

17 Monitoring and surveying Refers mainly to one-off costs related to monitoring and surveying activities, e.g. development of monitoring plans, methods and equipment and training of personnel.

Оne-off costs

18 Risk management (fire prevention and control, flooding etc)

Includes the preparation of wardening and fire-control plans, development of relevant infrastructure, and equipment purchase.

Recurrent Costs

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19 Site surveillance Includes on-going surveillance, wardening and patrolling activities. Can include personnel costs, consumables, travel, etc in order to implement surveillance and guarding activities, including surveillance to control harmful recreational or economic activities and protect against wildfires.

Recurrent Costs

20 Provision of information and publicity material

Includes establishing communication networks, producing newsletters and awareness-raising and information materials, setting-up and maintaining internet pages, etc.

Recurrent Costs

21 Training and education Including production of handbooks, seminars, workshops and communication materials.

Recurrent Costs

22 Facilities to encourage visitor use and appreciation of Natura 2000 sites

Recurrent Costs

Investment costs

23 Land purchase, including compensation for development rights

Land purchase to achieve environmental protection and management schemes.

One off cost

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24 Infrastructure needed for habitat or species restoration

Includes an array of measures for the creation of specific infrastructure for the management of the environment, e.g. for water management in peat bogs and mines. Can include equipment acquisition (for equipment relevant to the running of protection and management institutions such as office and IT equipment, monitoring materials, boats, diving equipment, cameras, etc.)

Recurrent Costs

25 Infrastructure for public access, interpretation, observatories and kiosks, etc

Infrastructure for public use that is conducive to environmental protection and management (e.g. infrastructure to increase the amenity value of sites such as signage, trails, observation platforms and visitor centers). Can include equipment acquisition (for equipment relevant to the running of protection and management institutions such as office and IT equipment, monitoring materials, boats, diving equipment, cameras, etc.)

One off costs

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