{"id":1151,"date":"2025-07-01T14:09:32","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T14:09:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/h2h-foundation.al\/?p=1151"},"modified":"2025-07-01T14:25:55","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T14:25:55","slug":"world-environment-day-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/h2h-foundation.al\/en\/world-environment-day-2\/","title":{"rendered":"World Environment Day"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This year, we\u2019ve taken bold steps to protect and preserve Albania\u2019s natural heritage. Together with our partners, <a><\/a>we\u2019ve worked tirelessly to ensure a greener, more sustainable future. Here\u2019s a look at what we\u2019ve accomplished:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd39\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tf3\/1\/16\/1f539.png\"> Policy Advocacy: We actively contributed to discussions with the Parliament of Albania on critical changes to the Protected Areas Law, standing up for nature and biodiversity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd39\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tf3\/1\/16\/1f539.png\"> Freeing the Rivers: Through the Albanian DARE Project, we supported efforts to restore natural river flows and protect aquatic ecosystems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd39\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tf3\/1\/16\/1f539.png\"> Water Quality Matters: Our work in the ActiveWater II Project helped improve surface water quality, ensuring cleaner water for people and nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd39\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tf3\/1\/16\/1f539.png\"> Climate Resilience: We built capacity in Roskovec Municipality on climate change adaptation and water management strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd39\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tf3\/1\/16\/1f539.png\"> Sustainable Infrastructure: We contributed to the planning of a multipurpose dam in Mallakast\u00ebr Municipality, balancing development with environmental care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd39\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tf3\/1\/16\/1f539.png\"> Greening Cities: In partnership with Rotary Tirana International, we planted trees in Lezh\u00eb Municipality, enhancing urban green spaces near schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd39\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tf3\/1\/16\/1f539.png\"> Eco-Conscious Development: We promote sustainable energy infrastructure in the construction of electrical substations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd39\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tf3\/1\/16\/1f539.png\"> Global Voices, Local Impact:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Participated in the International Conference on Water Resources &amp; Water Quality Monitoring<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Shared insights at the International Symposium on Dam Safety Design Codes at the Albanian Academy of Sciences<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd39\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tf3\/1\/16\/1f539.png\"> Collaborative Action: We held fruitful meetings with the municipalities of Durr\u00ebs, Shkod\u00ebr, Elbasan, Roskovec, and national institutions like the Ministry of Agriculture, National Environmental Agency, and National Committee on Large Dams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd39\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tf3\/1\/16\/1f539.png\"> A National First: We proudly organized Albania\u2019s first-ever World Fish Migration Day Conference, raising awareness on river connectivity and fish conservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We sincerely thank all our donors, partners, and collaborators for their trust and continued support. Among them, we would like to acknowledge <a href=\"https:\/\/www.h2h.al\/\">H2H Solutions<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.artkontakt.al\/en\/\">ArtKontakt<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/albcold.gov.al\/\">AlbCOLD<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.co-plan.org\/en\/\">Co-PLAN<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.metlengroup.com\/\">Metlen<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.idracompany.com\/\">IDRA<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/openrivers.eu\/\">Open Rivers Programme<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ubt.edu.al\/en\">Agricultural University of Tirana<\/a>, and the municipalities of Roskovec, Tirana, Shkodra, Elbasan, Fier, Durr\u00ebs, Belsh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83c\udf3f\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/t1e\/1\/16\/1f33f.png\"> Every action counts. Every voice matters. Let\u2019s continue to protect our planet\u2014together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This year, we\u2019ve taken bold steps to protect and preserve Albania\u2019s natural heritage. Together with our partners, we\u2019ve worked tirelessly to ensure a greener, more sustainable future. 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