September 2025 - August 2028 / 3 years
The Evrotas River Basin in southern Greece represents one of the most important freshwater biodiversity hotspots in the eastern Mediterranean. It is home to two endemic and highly threatened freshwater fish species — the Evrotas minnow (Pelasgus laconicus), listed as Critically Endangered, and…
September 2025 - August 2028 / 3 years
The Balkans are home to some of Europe’s last free-flowing rivers, providing vital habitats for endangered species and sustaining local livelihoods. However, these freshwater ecosystems face growing threats from hydropower development, road construction, mining, and other infrastructure projects.…
September 2025 - December 2035 / 124 months
The Marjal dels Moros is a coastal wetland of exceptional ecological value located in the Valencia region, along the Mediterranean coast of Spain. Designated as a Ramsar site, Special Protection Area (SPA), and Site of Community Importance (SCI) within the Natura 2000 network, it is one of the most…
August 2025 - August 2028 / 37 months
Located on the western slopes of Mount Lebanon, Horsh Ehden Nature Reserve is one of the country’s most biodiverse sites, harbouring over 1,000 plant species including Cedrus libani, Abies cilicica, and Juniperus excelsa. The reserve’s rugged terrain, ranging from 1,200 to 2,200 meters in…
June 2025 - June 2028 / 37 months
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s rivers, once known for their purity and ecological richness, are increasingly threatened by unregulated industrial activity, illegal landfills, deforestation, and a wave of poorly planned small hydropower plants. Despite the country’s exceptional freshwater resources,…
April 2025 - March 2028 / 3 years
Located along the eastern Adriatic coast, Vrana Lake is Croatia’s largest natural lake and one of the country’s most significant wetland sites. Designated as a Nature Park, a Ramsar site, and part of the Natura 2000 network, it hosts a remarkable diversity of freshwater habitats and species,…
March 2025 - December 2027 / 34 months
The Vjosa and Shkumbini Deltas represent Albania’s two most important wetlands, hosting a unique mosaic of lagoons, marshes and coastal habitats that provide refuge for thousands of migratory birds, including the Dalmatian Pelican, Avocet and Stone Curlew. Both deltas are recognised as Ramsar…
October 2024 - September 2027 / 3 years
The project seeks to address these issues through a holistic conservation approach. Recognizing the importance of community involvement, the project aims to establish a comprehensive governance and management structure for the wetland, which currently lacks a unified oversight model. By working…
September 2024 - August 2027 / 3 years
The Sustainable Life for the Freshwater Ecosystem of the Gediz Delta project seeks to address these issues by restoring and conserving the delta’s threatened wet meadow habitats. As the first freshwater ecosystem restoration initiative of its kind in Turkey, this project will enhance local…
August 2024 - February 2027 / 31 months
The project aims to restore and protect critical habitats for the endemic trout populations by securing free-flowing tributaries as spawning sanctuaries. This project marks a shift from previous conservation attempts, focusing on removing obsolete barriers, halting new hydropower development in key…
July 2024 - July 2027 / 37 months
The project seeks to address these challenges by promoting sustainable freshwater management and regenerative agriculture practices. It aims to restore critical freshwater habitats and improve agricultural water efficiency, especially within the cotton sector, by introducing modern irrigation…
July 2023 - July 2026 / 37 months
The Balıkdamı Wetland, located in the upper basin of the Sakarya River in Turkey, is an exceptional ecological site and a protected area under national legislation. Despite its protected status, the wetland is under considerable pressure, particularly from extensive water use for agricultural…