12. Natura 2000 protected areas network

The objective of this module is to learn about European network of protected areas Natura 2000. It is the largest coordinated network of protected areas in the world, extending across all EU Member States, both on land and at sea.

Lessons in this Module:

1.      What is Natura 2000?

2.      Legal basis

3.      Selection and designation of sites  

4.      Conservation measures and sites management

5.      Assessment and reporting of the conservation status

6.      Assessment of the impacts from plans and projects

7.      Economic development in Natura 2000

8.      Resources