Amt der Oö. Landesregierung, Abteilung Naturschutz
About the funder
The Department of Nature Conservation within the Office of the Upper Austrian State Government is responsible for nature and landscape protection in Upper Austria. It oversees the implementation of the Upper Austrian Nature and Landscape Protection Act 2001, manages approximately 100,000 hectares of protected areas (including national parks, landscape and nature reserves, Natura 2000 sites), promotes nature conservation projects, and supports municipalities in the development of ecologically valuable land and water areas. Its duties also include coordinating the Upper Austrian Nature Watch, producing biotope and landscape mappings (GENISYS), and awarding funding for the creation and maintenance of habitats for endangered species.
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Mission & Vision
Our mission is to sustainably protect and promote the biodiversity and landscape of Upper Austria. We are committed to preserving natural habitats, raising public awareness, and supporting initiatives and research in nature conservation. Through legal frameworks, expert advice, and financial support, we aim to secure a livable environment for future generations.
Target groups
Funding programs and service offerings of the Department of Nature Conservation are aimed at natural and legal persons, municipalities, agricultural and forestry enterprises, educational institutions, and associations that plan and implement projects in the field of nature conservation and landscape management in Upper Austria. In particular, initiatives that create a tangible added value for biodiversity or the landscape of the state are supported.