1. Climate change
This theme concerns the physical, abiotic part of the ecosystem. The Wadden Sea is constantly changing and adapting to changes in the climate and human interventions from both the past and the present.
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This theme concerns the physical, abiotic part of the ecosystem. The Wadden Sea is constantly changing and adapting to changes in the climate and human interventions from both the past and the present.
Read moreNatural dynamic processes in the Wadden Sea should be stimulated, restored or strengthened as much as possible. We can achieve this by removing or reducing erected barriers or influences. This will contribute to a resilient nature and conservation of the Wadden Sea region as a climate buffer.
Read moreThe Wadden Sea primarily has the function of a World Heritage Site with sustainable economic joint use. This theme concerns the living (biotic) part of the ecosystem.
Read moreFor birds, the Wadden Sea is an important link in the habitat that stretches from the wintering grounds along Africa’s west coast to the breeding areas in Siberia.
Read moreFishing plays a central role in achieving this perspective. The PRW has its origins here and was founded partially as a result of the Covenant on the transition of the mussel sector and nature restoration in the Wadden Sea (2008). Since then, agreements have also been made with other fishing sectors on reducing the impact of fishing on the Wadden Sea.
Read moreThe connections to and from the Wadden Islands and Wadden Sea ports are subject to changes in nature.
Read moreThe edges of the Wadden Sea are coming under increasing pressure due to climate change. The area where man and sea interact has largely lost its dynamics.
Read moreIn 2014, the entire Wadden Sea region was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This has boosted the national and international reputation of the area and put it on an equal footing with world-famous nature reserves such as Yellowstone, the Great Barrier Reef and Kilimanjaro.
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