LIFE+ programme "LIFE Nature and Biodiversity" project
LIFE15 NAT/LV/000900 "Coastal Habitat Conservation in Nature Park “Piejura”"
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Project abbreviation |
LIFE CoHaBit |
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Sphere |
Nature protection, coastal habitat and species conservation, coastal habitats and management, nature protection plan development, inventory of invasive species, public awareness. |
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Implementation areas |
Nature park “Piejura” |
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Implementation period |
01/09/2016/ - 31.08.2020 |
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Project is co-finansed by |
European Union (EU) programme LIFE and Latvian Environmental Protection Fund |
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Total budget |
970,067 EUR |
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ES co-finansing |
582,041 EUR |
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Co-finansing of Latvian Environmental Protection Fund and project partners |
126,330 EUR |
Following main results are foreseen to be reached after completing the project:
The site management plan for Nature Park 'Piejura' is updated and approved. The plan includes (a) up-to-date survey data and proper assessment of the habitat types, species and other nature values in the area, with particular emphasis on the demonstration areas, (b) up-to-date restoration plan based on the newest available knowledge of the habitats and species in the area, threats and possible solutions, (c) project of the individual regulation (i. e. functional zoning) to be approved by the Cabinet of Ministers, (d) plan for sustainable visitor management. The deterioration of habitats of EU-importance is singificantly diminished allowing regeneration of natural vegetation in Mangali, Garciems, Carnikava and Saulkrasti areas.
Improved conservation status of the habitat-related bird species (14 species) Invasive alien species are erradicated or significantly surpressed. General public and stakeholders involved by awareness raising campaigns and educational activities. Experience gained by networking with nature conservation institutions
