This legislation proposes the protection of a significant part of the Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella National Park in Norway. The legislation emphasises the need to prioritise the preservation of the natural habitat and the safety and well-being of wildlife, and outlines the proposed area’s ecological and cultural values.
The legislation acknowledges the importance of local involvement and partnership in the management of the protected area. It recognizes the area’s significance as a habitat for the last remaining wild European mountain reindeer and the need to secure their future by protecting the area’s ecosystem. It also notes the potential impact of human activities, such as infrastructure development and mass extraction, on the area’s natural and cultural values. The document outlines the proposed area’s ecological and cultural values and the need to prioritise their preservation.
The legislation is in line with Norway’s commitment to conserving its natural diversity, as stipulated in the Bern Convention and the Convention on Biological Diversity. It also aims to achieve national targets of conserving nature for future generations and preventing extinction of species. The document provides detailed recommendations for conservation measures and management strategies.
