Conference: How can People and the Economy benefit from Nature?

“How can People and the Economy benefit from Nature? Stories from Citizens”

Portobello, 29 Rue Jacques de Lalaing, Brussels

June 7th, 2017

The conference is organised by CEEweb for Biodiversity, Eurosite and International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and hosted by the Members of the European Parliament from Hungary Mr. Benedek Javor, Czech Republic Mr. Pavel Poc and Finland Ms. Sirpa Pietikäinen.

This event will present real-life examples on how nature can provide answers to many societal and environmental challenges the European Union faces today.

Citizens coming from different sectors will share their personal experiences about living and working in Natura 2000 sites, and we will showcase successful products from this area accompanied by inspiring background stories about the collaborations and the related socio-economic benefits.

“How can People and the Economy benefit from Nature? Stories from Citizens” conference will bring together members of the European Parliament, representatives of the European Commission, the European Council, the scientific community, civil society, the private sector and other relevant stakeholders.

You may find the agenda here: http://bit.ly/Agenda_StoriesFromCitizens

To register, click here: http://bit.ly/StoriesFromCitizens Please register until 2nd of June.

This event is a part of Green Week of the European Commission. See other events at https://www.eugreenweek.eu/