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Nature policy works when implemented well

Article Published 15 Jun 2015 Last modified 11 May 2021

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Photo: © Daniel Danko, Environment & Me /EEA

Our natural environment is a key component of our health and wealth. However, our recent assessments show that the majority of habitats and species in Europe have an unfavourable conservation status despite significant improvements for many species in recent years.