The project has initiated programs to conserve the biodiversity of key endangered forests and is providing institutional support to the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Forests to undertake biodiversity conservation management activities. Innovative features include the establishment of a gene bank and arboreta to protect genetic diversity and to provide plants for reforestation in areas degraded by pollution.
Project Details
GEF Project ID
539
Country
Poland
Implementing Agencies
The World Bank
Approval FY
Status
Completed
Region
Europe and Central Asia
Executing Agencies
Ministry of Environment Protection, Natural Resources and Forestry
GEF Period
Pilot Phase
Project Type
Full-size Project
Focal Areas
Funding Source
GEF Trust Fund
Project Documents
Financials
USDCo-financing Total
1,700,000
GEF Project Grant
4,500,000
GEF Agency Fees
0
Timeline
Concept Approved
Project Approved for Implementation
Project Closed