Conserving Emerald Sites in the Republic of Moldova with the EU assistance

An Awareness-Raising Event on Management Plans and Conservation Measures organized with EU4Environment support by the World Bank, the Ministry of Environment and PA EcoContact took place on 21 July 2023 at the Natural Scientific Reserve “Codrii” in Lozova village, the Republic of Moldova.

The awareness-raising event was organized as a part of the EU4Environment Program sub-component 4.1, which is led by the World Bank and aims to support the protection of biodiversity and natural ecosystems, particularly advancing the establishment and management of the Emerald Network in the Eastern Partner countries. In Moldova, the activities of this sub-component aim to enhance national capacities to ensure the long-term survival of species and habitats listed in the Bern Convention Resolutions by improving the national legal framework and promoting effective communication in line with European standards and best international practices. This involves providing training sessions and raising awareness among stakeholders responsible for managing Emerald sites in the Republic of Moldova.