Last week, the Commission adopted the Guidance on Natura 2000 and climate change. This guidance provides advice on a structured approach to climate change adaptation for Natura 2000 sites and clarifies how the provisions of the Birds and Habitats Directives apply when designating and managing Natura 2000 sites in the context of climate change impacts.
The guidance is not legally binding, but it provides Member States with the flexibility to tailor adaptation measures to national and regional circumstances. It is primarily aimed at Natura 2000 site managers and environmental authorities, while also helping landowners, environmental organisations and other stakeholders understand the role they can play in building a climate-resilient natural world.
Access the document here.