Monday, January 11, 2016

Carpathian region nedss to move to sustainable development and green economy

Slow pace of reform, corruption, unsustainable development, hunting, poaching and deforestation are devastating what's left of Ukraine's wildest regions. As well as the threat to the most important migration corridor for bears, the unique character and resources of Ukraine's Carpathians are in danger of being over-exploited and ruined for generations. The organic sector in Ukraine shows huge potential it is currently a wasted opportunity.
Environmental standards need vast improvement and businesses need to learn to recognise how to tap the soaring demand from EU markets for organically produced food. For example, the regions mushrooms, fruits and vegetables are by all accounts particularly delicious. New ambitious WWF project is aiming to reverse the destruction with one of Europe's most challenging rewilding projects. Read more at http://uatoday.tv