Environment and Biodiversity
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CEPF Feedback on the European Commission Roadmap: EU Biodiversity Strategy to 2030
The Confederation of European Forest Owners (CEPF) welcomes the EC initiative to publish the EU Biodiversity Strategy to 2030 as part of the European Green Deal and the consideration about negative effects of climate change on species and habitats.
17.01.2020
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EU forests in the European Green Deal
The European Commission recently released European Green Deal with a set of policy guidelines that will bring the EU closer towards its transition to a climate-neutral continent by 2050. This Communication encompasses several initiatives which are key for the EU forest sector.
16.12.2019
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Biodiversity Strategies – an evolving timeline
The Political Guidelines for the new European Commission have a significant impact on the EU biodiversity policy framework since the EU Biodiversity Strategy to 2030 is expected to be delivered as part of the European Green Deal during the first 100 days of the new Commission.
29.10.2019
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Forests in the spotlight of the Finnish EU Council Presidency
Finland holds the Presidency of the EU Council for the second half of 2019. Forests, as one of the priorities of the Presidency, have been discussed in several meetings and events.
22.10.2019
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“Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services” - EU high-level conference in Brussels
The EU Conference on “Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services" took place on 23-24 May 2019 in Brussels. It launched the stakeholder consultation for the evaluation of the Biodiversity Strategy to 2020.
24.05.2019
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Call for application open: Natura 2000 Award
The Natura 2000 Award rewards excellence in the management of Natura 2000 sites. CEPF sees an opportunity in this award to show the key role of forest owners for a successful implementation and sustainable management of Natura 2000 sites.
21.05.2019
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