Romania adopts national mountain law26.11.2018Following fifteen years of efforts , the official Romanian “Mountain Law” for a better future in mountain areas was adopted during the 11th “Euromontana” Convention that took place 25-27 September 2018 in Suceava County (North Carpathians), Romania. - The delineation of the mountain area and of the mountain ranges; The “Mountain Law” regulates models of sustainable and inclusive mountain development by valorizing natural and human resources, increasing living standards, stabilizing the population, maintaining cultural identity, increasing local and national economic power, and protecting the environment. The law states that Romania, through its institutions, should play a role in preserving, and supporting the sustainable management of forests. Lastly, this implementation has led to a creation of a new programme that encourages sustainable activities in mountain areas based in multiple sectors, including agriculture. Overall, the creation of the “Mountain Law” in Romania hopes to serve as a framework for other emerging countries. Photo by Euromontana |
Mountain Partnership
| Our work
| Focus areas
| Follow Us Subscribe to Peak to Peak Newsletter
|