REC Albania is implementing a project for the assessment and rehabilitation of pastures and meadows in the Korab-Koritnik National Park. The project aims to improve the sustainable use and rehabilitation of pastures through a comprehensive assessment, such as vegetation mapping under the consideration of socio-economic factors of the area.
Objectives
Ecological Objectives:
- Improving management practices for pastures.
- Increasing habitat connectivity and biodiversity levels.
- Conservation of ecosystem services provided by pastures.
Socio-economic Objectives:
- Increase understanding and awareness among local communities on the sustainable use of pastoral ecosystems.
- Improved economic opportunities thanks to pasture restoration and better quality ecosystem services.
- Strengthening cooperation between local NGOs, community members, and representatives of the Regional Administration of Protected Areas (RAPA).
Knowledge and Policy Objectives:
- Generation of scientific knowledge through research methodology.
- Integrating project findings into the Annual Action Plans of RAPA, as well as discussion with local authorities on the treatment of pasture challenges in their strategic development plans.
- Dissemination of project findings through publications, a scientific article, workshops, and meetings at the national level and local.
- Increase understanding and awareness among local communities on the sustainable use of rangeland ecosystems.
The duration of the project is until October 31, 2025.
