Natura 2000 and Forests A new guidance document

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Natura 2000 and Forests A new guidance document 2nd meeting of the Expert Group on the Birds and Habitats Directives "NADEG" Brussels, 28 April 2015 Natura 2000 and Forests A new guidance document François Kremer Nature Unit DG Environment Picture: Peter Löffler

Percentage forest under Natura 2000 according to Member States (2012)

Conservation status of forest habitats 2007-2012

A 'new dialogue' on Natura 2000 and Forests to clarify the provisions of EU nature legislation in forests to address potential challenges and conflicts to improve mutual understanding and cooperation between forestry and nature conservation communities to identify and promote synergies to identify and promote best practice

The new guide addresses… concerns raised by both forest owners and nature conservationists over the management of forests in Natura 2000 sites false perceptions and ‘myths’ on legitimate concerns on both sides, and it benefits from a frank discussion on the aims of Natura 2000 and its implications for forest owners and managers (Bottom-up approach)

It also… explains the key provisions of Natura 2000 in a forestry context answers frequently asked questions on forest management in Natura 2000 promotes the integration of Natura 2000 conservation objectives into forest management encourages mutual information, understanding and cooperation between all parties involved

Preparation of the guide Two workshops (13/12/2012 and 23/05/13) Four meetings of an ad-hoc working group (14/10/13; 17/12/13; 11/03/14 and 26/06/14) Participation of > 50 experts from different Member States and organisations, support by the 'N2K GROUP' (Atecma S.L & Ecosystems LTD) under contract to the European Commission Close cooperation between DG ENV and DG AGRI

The Guide's intent and target groups The guide is not be prescriptive in its intent, but offers a useful source of information and advice for a better understanding and implementation of the Nature Directives. It is addressed to nature and forest authorities, site managers and the interested civil society It also serve as a basis for continued dialogue and enhanced cooperation and may still be extended and adapted according to future needs

The guide's content I. Overview of Natura 2000 in the context of forests, incl. conservation status, EU Forest Strategy, etc. II. Frequently asked questions about the protection and the management of forests in Natura 2000 III. Case studies on managing forests in Natura 2000 across the EU Annexes: Glossary, references, etc;

Part I - Introduction to Natura 2000 Part I provides a concise overview of Natura 2000 in the context of forests. It explains what the Natura 2000 network is, how sites are selected, designated and managed, incl. What are conservation objectives and conservation measures. It outlines the aims of the new EU Forest Strategy and the EU biodiversity strategy and presents the major financing tools for Nature 2000 forests

Part II - The core of the document Part II offers more targeted explanations to some of the most frequently asked questions about the protection and the management of forests in Natura 2000. It explains the legal provisions for Natura 2000 and what they mean in practice for the forest owner or manager.

Part III and Annexes Part III: provides a number of good practice examples and experiences from different Member States in managing forests in Natura 2000 Annex 1: Glossary of key terms and acronyms Annex 2: List of the forest habitat types and species of Community interest requiring the designation of Natura 2000 sites Annex 3: Main threats and pressures on forests

Frequently asked questions More than 70 questions & answers, some of general nature, some of more specific Examples: "Who decides what conservation measures are needed? Are stakeholders consulted?" "Forest management sometimes relies also on non-native species. Is this compatible with Natura 2000?"

Issues covered by FAQs Site designation - Setting conservation objectives - Implementing conservation measures - Ensuring non-deterioration - Forest management requirements - Financing conservation management – Planning new activities - Monitoring - Communication - Co-operation - Involvement of stakeholders - Species and habitats protection outside Natura 2000 sites

Some views: Views and terminology in forestry and nature conservation are differing and the current open exchange and process with all stakeholders produced a guideline for a better joint understanding and future management of Natura 2000-forests, sustainable both in its products and its biodiversity The development of this guide has been a mature exercise of dialogue between stakeholders, who realized that there are many convergent truths.

What next ? Before summer 2015: Publication of the Guide After summer 2015: Translations available 1 October 2015: Meeting of the ad-hoc Working Group: Presentation of the Guide and continuation of the 'dialogue' Later on: Possibly revised /extended edition(s) of the Guide (according to needs, t.b.c.)

Other sector-specific guidance documents http://ec.europa.eu/environment/nature/natura2000/management/guidance_en.htm

Other publication of interest: http://ec.europa.eu/environment/life/publications/lifepublications/generalpublications/generalpub.htm