Nature's Way - 16 page illustrated booklet about biodiverstiy and ecosystem services in Ireland to celebrate International Year for Biological Diversity
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Biodiversity means the variability among living organisms from all sources and the ecological systems of which they are part; this includes diversity within species, between species, and of ecosystems.
Natura 2000 - the European network of nature conservation sites - are designated under the Birds and Habitats Directives as the cornerstones of Irish and European commitments to halt the Loss of Biodiversity by 2010
Natural Heritage areas - The Case for Conservation. An Taisce Review of NHA Protection in Ireland, published January 2010
Hedges The history & importance of hedgerows in Ireland, threats, hedges and the law, how to protect a hedge in your area, and how to plant a hedge.
Turf Cutting cessation 2009
European commission president Jose Manuel Barroso has emphasised the importance of the EU policy target of halting biodiversity loss by 2010 in the foreword of a report released in february. Compiled by NGO BirdLife International, the report uses case studies from around Europe to illustrate human benefits of wildlife, such as the provision of ecosystem services that support economic activity. It warns that the 2010 target remains unlikely to be reached unless biodiversity is integrated more into EU policies.
Presentation made to the first Irish National Environmental Groups Showcase in Buswells Hotel on the 31st January 2007
Mapping Biodiversity Heritage Council's Biodiversity Watch Project allows you to enter sightings of plants and animals you see in your area ie in a local park, woodland or seashore. There's also a Nature's Calendar watch and a Road Kill Survey. No registration necessary.