Theme: Top predators

Theme: Tourism

Theme: The royal eagle and the bearded vulture

This report examines the processes and actions used to establish the Carpathian Network of Protected Areas. The first section describes the nature conservation structures in place in the Alps and the Carpathian mountains and also gives technical details about the partnership. Based on the responses to a questionnaire, the second section looks at the needs and expectations of the Carpathian protected areas in relation to the network's future.

A technical file combining the specifications drawn up following the consultation phase and needs assessment together with the reference documents for developing the system: conceptual data model, list of headings and diagram of logical relationships. The document also describes how the prototype database will be developed in conjunction with the GIS and outlines a plan for continuing the project.

The first section of this collection describes the environmental programs (agriculture and forestry) in existence in the Alpine countries and provides case studies specific to the Alpine protected areas. The second section presents a selection of quality measurement tools for facilitating sustainable local development and reconciling human activities and natural ecological balances.