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
1991
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

Financials

USD
Co-financing Total
1,700,000
GEF Project Grant
4,500,000
GEF Agency Fees
0

Timeline

Concept Approved
01 May 1991
Project Approved for Implementation
01 May 1991
Project Closed
10 Dec 1998