The Slovenian Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning coordinates the LIFE Integrated project for enhanced management of Natura 2000 in Slovenia – LIFE-IP NATURA.SI.
Slovenia is among EU countries with the highest biodiversity, with 38% of the territory in Natura 2000 network, which is highly demanding for management and monitoring. The aim of IP NATURA.SI is to enhance implementation of national Natura 2000 Management Programme by connecting key stakeholders and available approaches in nature conservation, improving and connecting results, knowledge and best practices gained in IP, traditional LIFE, complementary and other projects. Enable an enhanced uptake of these results in national, systemic level to establish a long-term result orientated and inclusive management of Natura 2000 in Slovenia.
The main objective of the project is to enhance the implementation of the Natura 2000 Management Programme for Slovenia (2014-2020). It aims to improve the conservation status of targeted habitat types and species by establishing a long-term and inclusive management approach. This will enhance cooperation and communication between policymakers, landowners, research institutions and NGOs, thus turning stakeholders into more effective partners.
Read more about the project here.