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How to measure the condition of Europe's ecosystems?

News Published 22 May 2019 Last modified 22 May 2019

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Photo: © Bogdan Priceputu, WaterPIX/EEA

Healthy forests, soils, seas and other ecosystems form Europe’s ‘natural capital’, which is vital for our well-being and the economy. The European Environment Agency’s (EEA) new analysis, published today, looks at how to measure the condition of Europe’s natural capital and provides a first overview of the state and trends of Europe’s ecosystems. The report also highlights the need for better data on the condition of ecosystems in Europe.