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Species Protection: The Species Protection Ordinance and the Natura 2000 Provisions in Practice.

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In Sweden, the protection of species is regulated by the Species Protection Ordinance (artskyddsförordningen) and the Natura 2000 provisions. In this course you will learn how the legislation works in practice, how assessments and permit reviews are carried out, when a permit is required and when an exemption can be granted. We go through case law, current legislative changes, ongoing inquiries and what they mean for the future.

Format: On site
Language: Swedish
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About the course.

In Sweden, the protection of species is regulated by the Species Protection Ordinance (artskyddsförordningen) and the Natura 2000 provisions. In this course you will learn how the legislation works in practice, how assessments and permit reviews are carried out, when a permit is required and when an exemption can be granted. We go through case law, current legislative changes, ongoing inquiries and what they mean for the future.

What you will learn

What you learn.

  • Good knowledge of current legislation and important court cases
  • Knowledge of how to carry out reviews, inquiries and assessments related to species protection
  • A better understanding of developments and current events in the field of species protection and their significance
Curriculum

How the course is built.

  1. How the Species Protection Ordinance and the Natura 2000 provisions are applied in practice by the courts

  2. When it is necessary to apply for a permit for an operation or individual activities

  3. How to apply for a permit and to which authority

  4. Current legislative changes and court cases

Target audience

Who is this for?

Everyone who works with or is responsible for environmental issues and environmental law concerning species protection and Natura 2000, for example case officers and officials at authorities, lawyers, and environmental and technical consultants in both the private and public sectors.

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