Biodiversity protection

Biodiversity protection uses protected areas, species conservation, habitat restoration, ecological corridors, environmental impact assessment and restrictions on harmful activities. In Switzerland it is relevant to nature and landscape protection, forest and agricultural policy, watercourse revitalization and spatial planning, with implementation shared across federal, cantonal and communal levels. It also reflects international commitments on biological diversity and migratory or endangered species. Legal disputes often involve balancing conservation against construction, energy, tourism or agricultural interests, while ensuring that mitigation and compensation measures are effective.