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Claire Simon takes up post as CIPRA Executive Director
by zopemaster — published Apr 18, 2013 — last modified Jul 07, 2021 01:08 AM — filed under: ,
CIPRA International is getting a new Executive Director. Claire Simon, 35, holds dual French-German nationality and is the first woman in 60 years to lead the organisation. Nor is that the only first.
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Ecological Continuum in the Alps: from 50 questions to a few concerted actions
by zopemaster — published May 27, 2013 — last modified Jul 07, 2021 01:26 AM — filed under: ,
How will demographic change affect the future of the ecological continuum? And which indicators of species and habitats can be used to assess an ecological network? These are just two of the 50 questions put together by scientists, politicians and environmentalists from all the Alpine lands.
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The cameras are rolling for hermits and fire salamanders
by zopemaster — published May 27, 2013 — last modified Jul 07, 2021 01:26 AM — filed under: ,
What can be done to preserve the diversity of plant and animal species in the Alps? CIPRA provides some answers in the short film "For hermits and fire salamanders - How municipalities connect habitats in the Alps". The film can be seen online and at different locations in the Alps.
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Alpine Convention strengthens co-operation between neighbouring countries
by zopemaster — published May 27, 2013 — last modified Jul 07, 2021 01:26 AM — filed under: ,
With its new presidency, the "Ecological Network" Platform of the Alpine Convention is now continuing its work. In focus over the next two years are cross-border co-operation between neighbouring states and activities in the pilot regions.
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Win-win for nature, economy and society: more green infrastructure throughout Europe
by zopemaster — published May 27, 2013 — last modified Jul 07, 2021 01:26 AM — filed under: ,
Since May the countries of the European Union have received guidelines on how to promote green infrastructure. The European Commission has adopted its strategy on this topic with the aim of better integrating natural processes into spatial planning and strengthening the benefits of intact ecosystems for the economy and society. In addition, Natura2000 and Emerald sites have been further recognized as major elements in an ecological network.
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France paves the way for its green and blue infrastructure
by zopemaster — published May 27, 2013 — last modified Jul 07, 2021 01:26 AM — filed under: ,
After more than a year of discussions, France officially established its "trame verte et bleue" ecological network with the publication of a decree at the end of 2012. This Alpine country now has legal rules on how to define and implement its green and blue infrastructure.
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Better ecological corridors and fewer accidents involving animals on Swiss roads
by zopemaster — published May 27, 2013 — last modified Jul 07, 2021 01:26 AM — filed under: ,
The Federal Council has drawn positive conclusions as regards the status of ecological corridors in Switzerland. A pilot project has tested how to successfully reduce collisions between animals and cars. The upcoming research field of landscape genetics provides new insights for the planning and implementation of ecological networks.
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Nature-friendly tourism and connected habitats in the Rhaetian Triangle
by zopemaster — published May 27, 2013 — last modified Jul 07, 2021 01:26 AM — filed under: ,
Supporting the implementation of an ecological network continues to be a major issue in the Swiss region of the Lower Engadine. The new "Colliar" project intends to improve co-operation on regional initiatives by different sectors.
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Natural forests for woodpeckers, beetles and bats
by zopemaster — published May 27, 2013 — last modified Jul 07, 2021 01:26 AM — filed under: ,
The new Austrian project, "Network Natural Forests", intends to contribute to the protection of biodiversity by connecting its forest habitats via two elements: close-to-nature stepping stones and the co-operation of different protected areas.
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Alps and beyond: better corridors towards the Carpathians and the Mediterranean region
by zopemaster — published May 27, 2013 — last modified Jul 07, 2021 01:26 AM — filed under: ,
Ecological networks are important within certain geographical areas, such as the Alps, and also with neighbouring regions. Several projects are working to ensure that the Alps are better connected with their surroundings. Major steps have been undertaken in the Alps-Carpathians corridor and in the area connecting the Alps with the Mediterranean region.
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