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Biodiversity and the future of mankind - EU Nature Restoration Regulation

7 maj 2025 13:00 till 14:00 | Föreläsning

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Biodiversity is essential for human life. The EU has adopted a plan to save biodiversity in Europe, which is an important part of the European Green Deal. Welcome to a seminar where experts will discuss the EU Nature Restoration Regulation, and what significance it has for Sweden, Skåne and Lund.

The EU Nature Restoration Regulation is the first comprehensive law of its kind to be implemented across the entire continent, and all member states are obliged to follow it. The law is a key component of the EU Biodiversity Strategy and the European Green Deal. At Sweden's request, the plan, which serves as the basis for the regulation, was presented during its presidency but was later voted against by the Swedish government. A majority of the member states, as well as many experts, believe that implementing the concrete actions outlined in the plan is urgent. Europe's natural ecosystems are in rapid decline, with over 80% of habitats in poor condition, and the remaining biodiversity is under constant threat.

Programme

- What does the EU Nature Restoration Regulation mean and what goals should be achieved?
Speaker: Emelie Nilsson, Expert on Nature Conservation Policy, WWF

- Which areas are prioritised in Skåne and Lund?
Speaker: Hjalmar Åhrén, Municipal Ecologist, City of Lund

- Closing discussion with the participants
Moderator: Fariborz Zelli, Professor, Lund University

The event will be broadcasted live at Europaparlamentet Sveriges Youtube page | youtube.com

Coffee and refreshments will be served after the seminar. There will also be an opportunity to mingle with the speakers.

Organizers

Europe Direct Lund, the European Parliament Liaison Office and GPRG EU Academy. Europe Direct Lund is an information service that helps citizens understand the European Union, through engagement in activities such as events, lectures and public dialogue.

European Parliament Liason office (EPLO) informs the public about the Parliament's work and promotes dialogue between citizens and EU institutions.

EU Academy offers education and training on European Union affairs, aiming to increase engagement with EU policies and institutions.

The event is part of Sustainability Week 2025, which runs between 5-10 May. Sustainability Week is an annual event in Lund organised as a joint venture by Lund University and Lund municipality. The week serves as a platform for bringing together ideas, raising public awareness and for inspiring sustainable change.