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DEKLARATË E PËRBASHKËT PËR SHTYP E OJF-VE MJEDISORE 

Tiranë, 16 shkurt 2024. Organizatat e shoqërisë civile që veprojnë në fushën e mjedisit si dhe ekspertë dhe përfaqësues të shquar të botës akademike, shprehen kundër ndryshimeve të propozuara në ligjin 81/2017 Për zonat e mbrojtura, të paraqitura nga një grup prej 12 deputetësh të Partisë Socialiste, si dhe kundër mendimit dhe propozimeve të paraqitura nga Këshilli i Ministrave …

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Joint Press Statement of Environmental NGOs

Tirana, February 16, 2024: Civil society organizations operating in the environmental sector, alongside experts and prominent representatives from academia, unite in opposition to proposed amendments to Law 81/2017 on Protected Areas. These amendments, put forth by a group of 12 deputies from the Socialist Party, as well as the opinions and proposals presented by the …

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Draft-Law on Protected Areas in Non-Compliance with EU Directives

On Friday, Civil Society Organizations participated in a meeting called for by Ms. Jorida Tabaku, Chair of the European Affairs Committee as well as Chair of the National Council of European Integration. The meeting, previously urged by a letter from 28 CSOs addressed to the Parliament, aimed at discussing the draft-law proposed to the Parliament …

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Will the Council of Ministers Protect Albania’s Protected Areas or Risk Their Integrity?

The members of the Productive Activity Commission have acknowledged since the first online hearing that the draft law on Protected Areas requires in-depth review and expertise. However, this does not constitute an official withdrawal from the draft law.The draft law, which undermines the essence of Protected Areas legislation by prioritizing economic and developmental interests over …

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World Wetlands Day 2024 – An Educational Trip to Narta Lagoon

To celebrate World Wetlands Day, we always like to share our passion and knowledge for these highly important ecosystems with others. This time, we took a trip to Narta Lagoon with students from the Naturalists’ Club of “Halim Xhelo” High School, Vlora. The purpose of this trip was to familiarize students with the rich biodiversity …

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Balkandetox Life Project strengthens Albanian institutional capacities on the investigation of wildlife crimes

A comprehensive national training session on the investigation of wildlife crimes was conducted in Albania for key state institutions, including the National Inspectorate for the Protection of the Territory, State Police, National Agency for Protected Areas, and National Agency of Veterinary and Protection of Plants. The training also saw active participation from other stakeholders, such as conservation NGOs, prosecutors, and lawyers.

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CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATIONS ARE CALLING FOR A WIDER CONSULTATION, NOT A SEGMENTED APPROACH, ON THE AMENDMENTS TO LAW NO. 81/2017 CONCERNING PROTECTED AREAS

In a letter to key governmental bodies, including the Council of Ministers and the Assembly of the Republic of Albania and Commission for Production Activities, Trade and the Environment and the Commission for Legal Affairs, Public Administration and Human Rights, 28 signatory organizations highlighted the necessity of not just safeguarding Protected Areas but also adhering …

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The First Public Online Hearing on Protected Areas Legislation Amendments

By Albanian Ornithological Society (AOS) In recent developments, the Albanian Ornithological Society (AOS) participated in the first online public hearing organized by the e Committee for Production Activities, Trade, and the Environment to discuss proposed amendments to the Protected Areas law. We feel compelled to share the outcome of this meeting and reiterate our concerns …

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Anticipating the Breeding Season of the Dalmatian Pelican

By the turn of the year, the anticipation builds among birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts across the country. The breeding season for the Dalmatian Pelican colony in Karavasta Lagoon is almost upon us. This event is not just a wonder of nature, but a crucial period that determines the long-term survival of the country’s only breeding …

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A Bird’s-Eye View of Divjaka-Karavasta National Park

Embark on a breathtaking journey over the Divjaka-Karavasta National Park, one of Albania’s most important wetlands. Our drone footage captures the park’s diverse habitats and rich biodiversity, home to a myriad of species. Witness the majesty of the Dalmatian Pelican colony, a unique spectacle in Albania. Join us in appreciating and preserving these natural wonders.  …

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