Schleswig-Holstein's Minister Pushes for Stronger Baltic Sea Protections

Tobias Goldschmidt, the Environment Minister of Schleswig-Holstein, is championing initiatives to enhance the protection of the Baltic Sea. Emphasizing the need for stricter conservation measures, he plans to extend protections to existing Natura 2000 areas.

Goldschmidt aims to reduce nitrogen and phosphate emissions by 10% by 2030 and by 20% by 2035, affecting local farmers and fishermen. The establishment of three new marine protected areas signifies a commitment to restoring the Baltic’s health.

The successful example of the Wattenmeer National Park serves as an inspiration for these efforts. Goldschmidt acknowledges climate change and overfishing as primary threats to the Baltic Sea's ecosystem, reinforcing the urgency of these protective measures.