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Thanks to the Young Ecologists Support Program by Dr. Ljupcho Melovski, Macedonia has 11 new young scientists

Eleven young scientists, as part of the Young Ecologists Support Program by Dr. Ljupcho Melovski, successfully implemented 11 scientific research projects. These projects involve research on biological diversity, as well as projects in the field of environmental protection and raising public awareness. In the presence of their colleagues and some mentors, the young scientists today presented the reports from their implemented projects at the premises of the Macedonian Ecological Society. During…

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Competition for photographs of amphibians and reptiles for the Macedonian Ecological Society 2025 calendar

The period for participation in this competition is from April 3, 2024, to October 10, 2024. Types of photos that can participate To be accepted in the competition, the photos must depict amphibians or reptiles photographed in nature in Macedonia. Jury The jury consists of MES employees and Assembly members. The jury will anonymously review the submitted photographs. The jury will select 12 photographs to be awarded. All selected photographs will be used to design the MES Calendar for 2025.…

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Let's talk more about the environment in times of growing ecological crisis

Macedonia is threatened by various pollutants. Air pollution is one of the highest in Europe, a large amount of waste is not recycled, water quality is deteriorating, there is excessive deforestation, biodiversity is threatened with extinction, and climate change affects food production. In such a growing ecological crisis, public institutions, businesses, civil organizations, media, and the academic sector should increasingly take responsibility for their actions and communicate about the…

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Forest Restoration in North Macedonia and Albania

As part of the global the Swedish Postcode Foundation's Northern Forests Initiative, the new forest restoration project aims to contribute to the restoration and preservation of especially important forests in Albania and North Macedonia and strengthen the capacity and commitment of local, regional, and national actors for sustainable forest management. According to Global Forest Watch, North Macedonia lost 5,5% and Albania 6,5% of total tree cover in the last 20 years while recent local…

Plant and Ecosystem Protection

Workshop for validating data on forest renewal in the Bukovik region

The Macedonian Ecological Society, on March 20, 2024, in Mavrovo, held the second workshop of the project "Northern Forests Initiative: Revitalization of Forests in North Macedonia and Albania." At the Workshop for Validating Data on Forest Renewal in the Bukovik region, representatives from all stakeholders and key actors were present. In addition to the expert from Austria, Macedonian Professor Stojanovska from the Faculty of Forestry - Skopje, presented the socio-economic analysis conducted…

Plant and Ecosystem Protection

The Experiential Learning Network held an event in City Park

The network for experiential learning, which is implemented by the Macedonian Ecological Society, held an event in the City Park in Skopje on the first day of spring. Students from primary and secondary schools from several cities in Macedonia were present at the event. At the MED workshop, which took place within the framework of this event, students had the opportunity to learn more about the Balkan lynx. Aleksandar Pavlov from the Balkan Lynx Recovery Program gave them a lecture and…

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Monitoring of the rare plant Astragalus physocalyx

Throughout 2023, the association POLIMAT 13 carried out monitoring of the plant Astragalus physocalyx as part of the project "Building Local Capacities for Managing Bogdanci SPA," funded by CEPF. As part of this initiative, an educational component was implemented, providing practical training in field monitoring to four students - three from the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics and one from the Faculty of Forestry Sciences. This marked a first-time experience for POLIMAT 13,…

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THE LONELY CATFISH

Written by Prof. Dr. Maja Jordanova With its whiskers, long, massive body, the catfish stands out as one of the most distinctive fish in the serene freshwater realms. When we talk about catfish, it's the European variety that comes to mind, populating nearly all of Europe's rivers and even finding its way into our own rivers and lakes. Its distinguishing features include a sizable flattened head and six pairs of whiskers, with two notably elongated ones on the upper jaw, while the rest, smaller…

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Better protection for the Balkan lynx

++ The Conference on the Convention of Migratory Species (CMS) takes place in Uzbekistan ++ The Balkan lynx is now also included in the agreement ++ Range states commit to measures to protect the critically endangered cat ++ Radolfzell, Samarkand . Good news from the CMS conference in Uzbekistan: the Eurasian lynx as well as its endangered subspecies, the Balkan lynx, have been added to the list of migratory species. "This is fantastic news for all lynx conservationists in Europe and Asia“,…

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The closing event of the Green Commune Belica project

The territory of Macedonia is brimming with hidden "precious stones," this was the conclusion of the final event of the "Green Commune Belica." The residents of this village in Kichevo, during the past year, renovated the old school building and held a series of workshops on topics such as energy sustainability, biodiversity, and climate change. Swedish Ambassador Ami Larsson Jaim, who attended the event, was impressed by the initiative for sustainability in rural communities. Yesterday, she…

People and Nature

New Video and Research: The Hidden Health Hazards of Improper Pesticide Use

Pesticides, originally designed to get rid of pests, with their improper use bring hidden dangers, casting a shadow on our everyday life and general health. The consequences of mishandling these toxic substances extend far beyond their intended purpose, posing a serious threat to human health, especially among vulnerable groups such as children. In reality, a single wrong step with pesticides can cause unexpected accidents, affecting not only us but also our loved ones in ways we could never…

Experiential learning programme on air quality for the SLN

The development of educational program for air pollution in North Macedonia will align with UNICEF's initiative by developing an inclusive, trauma-informed curriculum that integrates air quality education into existing subjects, ensuring accessibility for all children, promoting participatory learning and interdisciplinary approaches, and involving stakeholders and the community. Through experiential learning they will acquire different habits, become closer to nature and the environment, and…