Programme: Programme "Environment" 2021-2027

The main goal of the project is to ensure high-quality and modern management of biodiversity and Natura 2000 in Bulgaria. To integrate the ecosystem approach and implement nature-based solutions into the protection of Natura 2000 sites, the following main activities are planned in the project:
- Defining site-specific conservation objectives (SSCOs) and measures for the Natura 2000 sites, including the development of SSCOs and measures for 250 sites and measures for 90 sites, as well as a catalogue of nature-based solutions;
- Completing the process of mapping and assessment of ecosystems and their services and of the green infrastructure on the territory of the Natura 2000 network, as well as monetary valuation of ecosystems and their services;
- Data evaluation and control.
The project also includes activities for preparation, organization and management of the project, visibility, transparency and communication.
The project will ensure the implementation of measures 1 and 11 of the NPAF 2021-2027. 
The expected results from the implementation of these activities are:
1. Developed SSCOs and conservation measures for the Natura 2000 sites, with a focus on the implementation of nature-based solutions;
2. Mapped ecosystems and elements of the green infrastructure in the Natura 2000 network;
3. Assessed condition of ecosystems and ecosystem services, monetary valuation of their economic value and assessed condition of the green infrastructure elements in the Natura 2000 network;
4. Created specialized databases for ecosystems, ecosystem services and green infrastructure in the Natura 2000 network and their visualization in the existing information environment, including by groups of economic activities, in accordance with the Taxonomy Regulation;
5. Restored 150 ha of climate-relevant ecosystems;
6. Public support ensured by including it in the decision-making process for the protection of the Natura 2000 sites;
7. Built administrative capacity.