The European Union’s Nature Restoration Law, a landmark piece of legislation, has been officially approved after extensive deliberations. This groundbreaking law is designed to restore Europe’s damaged ecosystems and enhance biodiversity, establishing binding targets for rehabilitating natural habitats.
Key Provisions:
Legally binding targets mandate the restoration of 20% of the EU’s degraded land and sea ecosystems by 2030, with a goal of restoring all ecosystems by 2050.
EU countries are required to restore at least 30% of the habitats covered by the law from poor to good condition by 2030, and 90% by 2050.
An “emergency brake” provision allows for the suspension of targets affecting agriculture under exceptional circumstances.
Impact
The law will facilitate the restoration of natural habitats such as forests, grasslands, wetlands, rivers, and lakes.
Enhanced biodiversity and ecosystem services are expected as a result of these restoration efforts.
Improved resilience and adaptation to climate change through healthier ecosystems.
Potential changes in agricultural practices and land use to meet restoration targets.
The law will be published in the EU Official Journal
The law will come into effect 20 days after publication.
EU member states will be responsible for implementing and monitoring the progress of the law.
This legislation represents a significant advancement in the EU’s Green Deal, reinforcing its commitment to environmental protection and sustainability.
Source : Joycelyn Marigold -African Property Magazine
