Enhancing resilience of the Akrotiri salt lake ecosystem
Key Facts
FUNDING SCHEME Darwin Plus Main
VALUE £396,103
WHERE SBAs of Akrotiri & Dhekelia (Cyprus)
Summary
The Akrotiri Salt Lake (ASL) is one of the most important wetlands in Cyprus with socio-economic and ecological significance. Part of an IBA, a Special Area of Conservation and Special Protection Area, and a Ramsar Site, ASL is threatened by land use and climate changes, which exert a significant impact on this fragile ecosystem. By implementing concrete on the ground actions, including restoration (plants and soils), raising awareness, stakeholders’ engagement, the project will enhance long-term resilience of the ASL.
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