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  • December 2022
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New study on the forest situation in the Vjosa basin

Dec 13, 2022 /

This pilot study provides a general overview of the forest situation in the Vjosa basin, discusses problems and defines areas where pilot reforestation projects are to be implemented soon.

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The Narta Lagoon is an important breeding and resting area for several bird species, including flamingos and Caspian terns. They are threatened by the airport construction. © PPNEA

Continued opposition to Albanian airport construction in Vjosa Delta

Dec 06, 2022 /

European governments request that the Albanian government suspends the construction of the airport in the Vjosa-Narta Protected Area due to non-compliance with national and international laws. The Government is urged to start a comprehensive Wildlife Monitoring Programme.

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The unique upper reaches of the Neretva River in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Here, 7 hydroelectric power plants are planned, which would not only destroy the river, but also the ancient beech forests. © Vladimir Tadic

Bern Convention demands Bosnia-Herzegovina to stop all dam projects on Neretva River

Dec 05, 2022 /

On Friday, December 2, the Standing Committee of the Bern Convention decided to open a case-file against Bosnia-Herzegovina demanding to stop all hydropower plants in the Neretva River system and to establish protected areas, instead.

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Well attended Freedom for Rivers concert in Banja Luka © Vedran Ševčuk Alf

3000 at the Freedom of Rivers Concert in BiH!

Dec 01, 2022 /

On November 11th, about 3000 people enjoyed a great concert, great atmosphere and strong messages for the freedom of rivers by musicians Darko Rundek & Ekipa and Cane and Partibrejkers in Banja Luka.

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