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🗓️ Yesterday, the judicial debate began on reducing the protected Vjosë-Nartë area for the Vlora airport construction. Filed by the #AlbanianOrnithologicalSociety and environmental groups, represented by lawyers from the Res Publica Center and the Meçi Law firm, the lawsuit highlights violations of environmental laws. The next hearing on July 10 will feature expert testimonies. 🌿✈️ #EnvironmentalProtection #VloraAirport #VjosëNartë

World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought. Highlighting the Vjosa-Narta lagoon in Albania: a critical coastal wetland facing salinization threats due to the controversial construction of Vlora International Airport.

“Nature” is what we see (...) Nature is Harmony Nature is what we know Yet have no art to say So impotent Our Wisdom isTo her Simplicity

Happy International Day of Forests

Today we celebrate International Recycling Day! ♻️ Recycling is crucial for protecting the environment and reducing CO2 emissions. Let's make recycling an integral part of our daily lives and work together for a more sustainable future for all!

Celebrating the incredible impact of women in environmental conservation! On #InternationalWomensDay , we recommend exploring the insightful reading by the United Nations Environment Programme (@UNEP): wedocs.unep.org/bitstream/hand…

Despite protests from civil society, the Albanian Parliament recently approved significant amendments to Law No. 81/2017 on Protected Areas, thus jeopardizing the precious biodiversity of these regions. For more information: celim.it/it/2024/02/28/…

Albanian Parliament approved today significant amendments to Law 81/2017 'on Protected Areas,' despite civil society and the EU delegation in Albania questioning its compliance with EU directives. Concerns are raised over potential environmental impacts.

#WorldWetlandDay with Rijlindia students in Divjaka-Karavasta National Park, thanks to @MedWetOrg and @OFBiodiversite support. Yet, plans threaten this paradise, aiming to turn it into a massive tourist destination. Wetland protection is a daily commitment! #SaveDivjakaKaravasta

Albanian environmental CSOs express in a joint Press Statement against the proposed changes in Law 81/2017 ‘On protected areas’, by a group of deputies of the Socialist Party, as well as against the proposals by the Council of Ministers. Full Statement: aos-alb.org/joint-press-st…

New aqueduct project threatens Shushica River in Vjosa River National Park! This contradicts protection level (Category II IUCN), risking the riverbed's dry-up, impacting ecosystems & causing hardship for 30 villages. Join the protest on February 24 in Kuç to defend Albania's PA.

📅 Today, February 15th, the draft law on Protected Areas is not on the plenary session agenda, and therefore, not under consideration. Despite this, Albanian civil society should remain vigilant, continuing to monitor for future amendments and preventing them to safeguard PAs.

📢Urgent Appeal to halt voting on Law 81/2017 amendments "on #ProtectedAreas”! Tomorrow, Parliament is set to decide on the changes. Albanian CSOs raised concerns its compliance with EU Directive. We call for thoughtful & responsible consideration before proceeding with the vote.

Celebrating #WorldWetlandsDay!💧This year's theme, "Wetlands and Human Well-being," emphasizes the crucial role wetlands play in supporting our health, climate resilience, and biodiversity.

The #inclusion of legitimate voices in forest governance is crucial to reduce #humanrights violations, #gender inequalities and #biodiversity loss. news.mongabay.com/2023/06/we-mus… via @MongabayOrg

The #eDNA technology not only allows #scientists to assess #biodiversity, but to detect invasive species, track endangered or elusive animals and to monitor wastewater for diseases and pathogens. theguardian.com/environment/20…

This Tuesday, June 6th, the final event of the project "Naturalbania - protection and growth of Albanian natural heritage" was held, organized by @AICSTirana in cooperation with CELIM Albania, @akzmalbania, VIS Albania and @CesviAlbania. @ItalyinALB @MjedisiGovAL @CELIMMilano