The progress in creation of the Emerald network in Ukraine

The Emerald network is the Ukrainian analogue of the Natura 2000 network in the EU. Its formation, as well as protection of rare species of flora and fauna and their habitats is a tool for preservation of 264 species of animals and plants, as well as more than 150 types of habitats. Functioning of the Emerald Network and its proper management are important for preservation and restoration of natural complexes of land and seas, reducing pressure on biodiversity, mitigating climate change, preventing droughts, floods, forest fires, dust storms,
countering excessive use of resources, pollution, destruction of wildlife .The Emerald network is present in all European countries and is not an obstacle to economic development.Existence of such protected areas ensures civilized conditions for the use of natural resources, prevalence of balanced development over uncontrolled consumption.