EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Funded by the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety and the International Climate Initiative (IKI), the project undertakes a comprehensive stocktake of biodiversity conservation and ecosystem restoration efforts in Ukraine. It maps current challenges, past and ongoing measures to identify gaps in biodiversity action. Using a participatory approach and structured dialogue, it strengthens shared understanding of the status quo and improves coordination among stakeholders committed to protecting nature. Building on this assessment, the project will gather proposals for future measures and conduct targeted deep dives to mobilise expertise and funding, helping to integrate biodiversity action into Ukraine’s green recovery across priority areas.
GEOGRAPHIC SCOPE
Ukraine
INVOLVED STAKEHOLDERS
Ministry of Economy, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine, Local NGOs, Regional state administrations, Donor organisations
DURATION
07.2025 – 12.2026
BUDGET
179 405 EURO
CONTACT
Project Lead – Public Organisation Ukrainian Nature Conservation Group (UNCG)
Contact person : Olexandra Tarasenko
Email: [email protected]
OBJECTIVES
- To establish a shared understanding and commitment among key partners in Ukraine about the status quo, ongoing activities and gaps in biodiversity actions in Ukraine, enhancing cooperation and consistent communication with external stakeholders and funders.
- To undertake targeted deep dives in identified priority spheres of need to mobilize expertise and finance for integrating biodiversity action into Ukraine’s green recovery.
KEY ACTIVITIES
- Stock-taking and gap analysis exercise: facilitated mapping on current challenges, ongoing initiatives, towards biodiversity conservation, ecosystem protection and restoration in UA
- Prioritization of technically and financially uncovered strategic areas and deep dives on fundable project development
- Promotion of results among practitioners and decision makers to mobilize new activities
EXPECTED RESULTS
- Publication on the status quo and the gap analysis
- Three deep dives conducted and project concepts drafted to address identified priority gaps
- High level political conference on integration of ecosystem services and biodiversity protection in the reconstruction plans of Ukraine
