1.2. Improving the capacity for nature protection, sustainable use and management of common natural resources through cooperation initiatives in the cross-border area

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Project summary:

The project focuses on protection of the nature and improvement of the condition of Natura 2000 protected areas and river coastal environment in the cross-border region. The main aim is to improve the conservation status of natural habitats and species in Sungurlare and Süloğlu municipalities through cooperation initiatives.
Sungurlare municipality envisages supply of multifunctional equipment for nature protection - an up-to-date tipper truck, a skid steer loader with mulcher and augers attachments and a garden chipper, necessary for execution of the designated specific activities for nature protection and conservation of natural habitats in Natura 2000 protected areas as soil loosening, cleaning of the territories, afforestation, placement of wooden houses for birds. Municipality of Süloğlu has found the necessity for procurement of a modern excavator and a light dumper truck, needed for cleaning of the Süloğlu stream bed, preparation of an area for afforestation to prevent erosion, improvement of the coastal environment.
A joint awareness event under the motto "Protecting Nature from All" and a joint school-wide campaign for nature protection will be held on both sides of the border.
As a result of the project implementation is expected, the territories in the Natura 2000 protected areas "Kotlenska planina" BG0002029 and "Gorna Luda Kamchia" BG0000136 in Sungurlare to be cleaned and afforested, as well as cleaning of the riverbed of the Sulloglu River and afforestation and improvement of the coastal river environment in the Sulloglu Municipality to be carried out. Through the exchange of know-how between the two municipalities, the awareness of the local population, stakeholders and school students regarding protection of the nature and the sustainable use and management of common natural resources.

Project status: Finished

The project partners have implemented the activities according to the schedule.

As a result from the project implementation, the Municipality of Sungurlare delivered specialized equipment for implementation of the conservation activities on its territory -  for soil loosening and cleaning from bushes Afforestation has been made with 40.000 pieces of Quercus Frainetto and Quercus cerris, as well as placement of 20 wooden houses for birds which nest in the trees, where is their natural habitat.

In Süloğlu, the activities were aimed at improvement of the coastal environment of Süloğlu river. The municipality also delivered specialized equipment   for implementation of the conservation activities on its territory - cleaning of the stream bed, subject to often erosion, and afforestation has been made with 12 000 pieces of rapidly growing willow, ash and plane trees.

Project website: https://jnp-project.com/

Partners

EDİRNE GENÇLİK VE EĞİTİM DERNEĞİ/EDİRNE YOUTH AND EDUCATİON ASSOCİATİON

Priority: 
1.1. Preventing and mitigating the consequences of natural and man-made disasters in the cross-border area
1.2. Improving the capacity for nature protection, sustainable use and management of common natural resources through cooperation initiatives in the cross-border area
2.1. Increasing the touristic attractiveness of the cross-border area through better utilisation of natural, cultural and historical heritage and related infrastructure
2.2. Increasing the cross-border tourism potential by developing common destinations
2.3. Increasing networking for development of sustainable tourism through cross-border cooperation initiatives
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Project summary:

The project focuses on improving the capacity for nature protection, sustainable use and management of common natural resources through cooperation initiatives in the cross-border area. The overall goal is to strengthen cooperation among “Vassil Levski” Primary School and “Suloglu primary school” for improving the students and citizen’s awareness and consciousness about environmental issues and the role of protected areas in sustainable development by innovative methods and solutions.
Within the project new training materials for students and teachers, new extracurricular seminar educational sub-program “Eco-volunteer” and Specialized Children's Guide in the protected areas will be developed. Specialized eco-cabinets will be equipped and the existing eco-laboratories will be upgraded in the both schools. Environmental seminars are planned to be held, such as additional training activities for students, teachers and parents, as well as implementation of pilot joint specific activities in protected areas in Bulgaria, including Children's patrol and the game “Strict Observer”. The Turkish partners will organize a student Eco-camp with the implementation of a special program agenda "Observer-Conservative".
The implementation of the project will contribute to expanding the content of the educational materials for students and teachers focusing on the role of protected areas, recognizing protected species and effective ways of conservation and surveillance. The project will provide an opportunity to introduce specific environmental educational programs aimed at implementing pilot joint coordinated specific conservation activity for protected areas in Bulgaria and Turkey.

Partners

Thrace Special Underwater and Outdoor Sports Association

Priority: 
1.1. Preventing and mitigating the consequences of natural and man-made disasters in the cross-border area
1.2. Improving the capacity for nature protection, sustainable use and management of common natural resources through cooperation initiatives in the cross-border area
2.1. Increasing the touristic attractiveness of the cross-border area through better utilisation of natural, cultural and historical heritage and related infrastructure
2.2. Increasing the cross-border tourism potential by developing common destinations

Capital foundation

Priority: 
1.1. Preventing and mitigating the consequences of natural and man-made disasters in the cross-border area
1.2. Improving the capacity for nature protection, sustainable use and management of common natural resources through cooperation initiatives in the cross-border area
2.1. Increasing the touristic attractiveness of the cross-border area through better utilisation of natural, cultural and historical heritage and related infrastructure
2.2. Increasing the cross-border tourism potential by developing common destinations
2.3. Increasing networking for development of sustainable tourism through cross-border cooperation initiatives

UZUNKÖPRÜ MUZAFFER ATASAY ANADOLU LİSESİ

Priority: 
1.2. Improving the capacity for nature protection, sustainable use and management of common natural resources through cooperation initiatives in the cross-border area

EDİRNE GENÇLİK VE EĞİTİM DERNEĞİ

Priority: 
1.1. Preventing and mitigating the consequences of natural and man-made disasters in the cross-border area
1.2. Improving the capacity for nature protection, sustainable use and management of common natural resources through cooperation initiatives in the cross-border area
2.1. Increasing the touristic attractiveness of the cross-border area through better utilisation of natural, cultural and historical heritage and related infrastructure
2.2. Increasing the cross-border tourism potential by developing common destinations
2.3. Increasing networking for development of sustainable tourism through cross-border cooperation initiatives

Luleburgaz District National Education

Priority: 
1.1. Preventing and mitigating the consequences of natural and man-made disasters in the cross-border area
1.2. Improving the capacity for nature protection, sustainable use and management of common natural resources through cooperation initiatives in the cross-border area
2.1. Increasing the touristic attractiveness of the cross-border area through better utilisation of natural, cultural and historical heritage and related infrastructure
2.2. Increasing the cross-border tourism potential by developing common destinations
2.3. Increasing networking for development of sustainable tourism through cross-border cooperation initiatives
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Project summary:

The project aims to contribute to enhancing the cooperation in environmental sustainable development in the cross-border area of Pinarhisar (Turkey) - Sredets (Bulgaria) through execution of small-scale investment activities in green infrastructure from both sides of the border.

Within the project it is envisaged conduction of a joint workshop and happening for disadvantaged youths and children to increasing their knowledge in conservation and management of common natural resources. The project foresees reconstruction of and creation a “GREEN HOUSE” in Sredets and an "ECOLOGICAL CENTER" in Pinarhisar as centres for cross-border training and networking for sustainable development. It will be organized and implemented "Green week" events in Sredets and Pinarhisar to increasing the public awareness among the local pupulation on climate change and nature protection issues.

The implementation of the project will encourage the cooperation among policy makers, NGOs and associations of producers through exchanging information, sharing experience and best practices which will improve the eco sustainability of the region.

Project status: Finished

Through cooperation between Municipality of Pinarhisar and Municipality of Sredets an investment project has been accomplished.

Within this project the target group: 140 children and youths, aged 7-18 years, who will be with increased capacity for conservation and management of natural resources; 10 children in disadvantage positions, who will be with increased capacity for conservation and management of natural resources; 1000 residents who will be with increased awareness on climate change and nature protection issues.

There were performed many activities within this project and it was mentioned in the project activities part.

 

Partners

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The project aims at contributing to the effectiveness of the measures taken by authorities to address the issue of marine litter, as common challenge in the environmental protection of the Black and Aegean Seas.
The activities planned within the project include investment works for waste cleaning of Vaya Lake flowing in Black sea and elimination of the landfill in the area of channel. Initial activities for development of separate waste management in Enez will be introduced also. A number of campaigns aiming at cleaning up marine litter and increasing public involvement in the problems of protecting the sea from pollution and improving the environment are envisaged.
Within the project a collection of good practices for waste management of wetlands and marine litter prevention, separate waste collection systems in European Union and Bulgaria, legislation and application of legislation will be presented.
The implementation of the project will identify the sources of marine litter in cross border areas and good waste management models will be transferred to good practice for better waste management and will decrease the urban pollution in wetlands in Black and Aegean seas.

Project status: Finished

Through project activities, the sources of pollution in the wetlands were identified, a landfill in the area of the Lake Vaya canal was eliminated and separate waste management containers were installed in Enez, which contributed to reducing urban pollution in the wetlands. In Burgas, an exchange of experience was organized between the partners for better waste management, nature protection and integration into society and business. Public awareness on the prevention of marine litter and the problems of protecting the seas from pollution has been increased through: A children's competition "What do you know about waste?" And an art exhibition with objects made by the children during the trainings were held in Enez; A pilot system for separate waste collection in Enez and the Green Telephone System was introduced and promoted. Project partners organized wetland cleaning campaigns at the cross-border region of both countries.

 

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