Analysis and evaluation of the Alpine Ecological Network

Background

The Alpine region is increasingly under pressure from infrastructure development and land use fragmentation. Ecological connectivity is being compromised. The project addresses the urgent need to preserve and enhance ecological connectivity both within the Alps and between the Alpine Convention area and surrounding regions under the European Strategy for the Alpine Region (EUSALP). Through mapping analyses, spatial planning tools, and cross borders analyses, the project aims to analyze and assess the current state of ecological connectivity in the Alps, as well as propose measures to strengthen the ecological network, supporting the COP15 30by30 goal.

Target groups

• EUSALP
• Alpine Convention
• Local, regional and national authorities
• Spatial planning experts
• Protected area managers

Project duration :   October 2024 – August 2027

This project is funded by the Austrian Federal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology.