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Regulation No. 1980 on the Van Mijenfjorden National Park in Svalbard.

Country/Territory
Norway
Document type
Regulation
Date
2021 (2021)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Environment gen., Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Protection of environment Pollution control National parks Protected area Management/conservation Protection of habitats Ecosystem preservation Protection of species Wetlands Wild fauna Wild flora Birds Cultural heritage
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Abstract

The purpose of the present Regulation, adopted by the Ministry of Climate and Environment, is to preserve a large, contiguous and largely untouched Arctic valley, fjord and coastal landscape, with intact natural types, ecosystems, species, natural ecological processes, landscapes, and cultural heritage, as an area for research and for experiencing the natural and cultural heritage of Svalbard. Specific objectives includes the preservation of: a. large areas of contiguous and lush vegetation and interesting moss flora; b. large wetland areas and shallow marine areas; and habitats that are important breeding, feeding and moulting areas for birds; c. areas with rich birdlife (waders, geese, divers, and seabirds); d. well-developed Quaternary geological formation; e. Reindalen– the largest of the ice-free valleys in Spitsbergen; f. important habitats for ice-dependent species; and g. valuable cultural heritage.

Full text
Norwegian
Website
www.lovdata.no

References - Legislation

Implements

Act on protection of the environment in Svalbard (No. 79 of 2001).

Legislation | Norway | 2001 (2021)

Keyword: Framework law, Protected area, Pollution control, EIA, Special fund, Monitoring, Offences/penalties, Cultural heritage, Land-use planning, Waste disposal, Waste prevention, Waste management, Freshwater pollution, Effluent waste water/discharge, Biodiversity, National parks, Hunting/capture, Ecosystem preservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repeals

Regulation No. 1186 on the protection of Nordenskiöld Land National Park, Svalbard.

Legislation | Norway | 2003

Keyword: National parks, Management/conservation, Protected area, Protection forest, Protection of habitats, Protection of species, Ecosystem preservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX