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The Danube – ecosystem and lifeline

Lech confluence with the Danube
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This slide deck provides an accessible introduction to river ecosystems using the Danube as a case study. Participants gain a basic understanding of river systems and their ecological functions, recognize the importance of ecosystem services, and become familiar with key approaches to ecological river engineering and restoration. In addition, the material encourages reflection on future challenges and sustainable solutions for managing rivers.

Do you know, what percentage of Austria’s land area is under strict nature protection?

Unter strengem Naturschutz stehen einer Studie aus dem Jahr 2023 zufolge 2,5 % in Österreich (Kategorie IUCN category Ia, Ib and II).

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