GEO1 Presentation-1 (3)

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12-EIP-RO BUCURES 09

European Seminar on Sustainable Development

Tutor: Gabriela Iftode

Expert: Alexandru Andranu


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Group Introduction

Methodology

Our definition of SD

Research question

Whats a Geopark

Location of the Hateg Geopark

Geosite Map

A few words about Hateg

Historical and Natural Heritage

Geodiversity

Biodiversity

Results

Conclusion

Suggestions

Geosite book


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An interdisciplinary group of 5 people:

Alice from Romania;

Evelien & Jonathan from Belgium;

Antonieta & Joo from Portugal.

With the following disciplinary knowledge:

Geoconservation and geological heritage;

Environmental science;

Greenery management;

Psychology.


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Literary research

EU policies;

Internet, online databases and scientific journals;

Congress proceedings;

Haeg Geopark documents;

Other geoparks' documents;

Field research

Interview with expert of NaturTejo Geopark; Interview with a local from NaturTejo territory;

Interview with Administrator of The ara Haegului Geopark;

Skype group meetings


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Sustainable development is the interrelation and

intercooperation between entities (organisations,

countries) that provides a long-term solution to

development issues taking into account the following:environment protection, economic growth, socio-cultural

aspects, natural and cultural heritage, local resources,

the local community, the overall impact. SD must enable

economic growth and social welfare, ensuring betterliving conditions for the local population, the ability to be

auto-sustainable and at the same time apply

conservation strategies for the heritage sites.


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The objective of our research project is to analyse the

current situation of the geopark from various perspectives and

propose viable and creative solutions that will contribute to the

realisation of the sustainable development concept and toHateg Geoparks welfare.

This research should contribute to the appreciation of theimportance of the Haeg Geopark and increase public

awareness regarding the importance of sustainable

development and the geoconservation policies that refer to

conservation and land management.


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A Geopark is based on the use of geological importance features -

geosites- and other natural, cultural and intangible heritage features,

on a defined territory with well-known boundaries together with a

sustainable development strategy that must be supported by aprogram meant to promote development.

The Geopark must have an active role in the promotion of

sustainable economic growth for the community.

Geoparks are considered very important for environmental

education but also for increasing public awareness in relation to

conservation.


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Source: Hateg Geopark management plan


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The araHaegului region represents a territory of historical importance

It is located in the Hunedoara County, in the south-west corner of Transylvania

It represents one of the most important cultural areas in Romanian history as it hosts

many architectural and archaeological monuments of great interest

What makes araHaegului a unique place is the presence of dinosaur remains from

a number of various dinosaurs that can only be found in the araHaegului County

They are called the Dwarf Dinosaurs and they are world renowned for their smalldimensions in comparison to the dinosaurian fauna that was specific in the

Cretaceous

The region is also known for the variety of animals and plants species that live in

complex habitats and which need to be protected.


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Densu church Ostrov church


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Sarmizegetuza Ulpia Traiana


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Dinosaur eggs Geologic sediments


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Drosera rotundifolia (Carnivorous plant)


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Rhinophus ferrum-equinum


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Maculinea arion


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Triturus cristatus


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Working on sustainability

Monitoring and management of bio and geodiversity

Geopark brand

In Europe many aspects of a Geopark have a legal

framework

If a Geopark joins groups such as the EGN and the GGN

more recognition, sharing of best practises andknowledge, under the umbrella of UNESCO,...;


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Educational

museums and exomuseums;

volunteering;

touristic guides;

Education of locals;

photographic safaris;

anual educative program;

school exchanges;

childrens geology club;

Cultural

Articles, reportages and documentaries;

contests and competitions;

itinerante exibitions;

local fairs and international festivals;

events in historical buildings;

religious route;

cultural centre in Prislop Monestery; geologic art workshops and courses;

Lands of Romania;

geoproducts

Agricultural Organic farming; agriculture projects and incentives; agiculture fairs and network


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Geopark as a method to implement sustainable development in rural areas

Important variables for the success of a Geopark are:

Creation of its own identity;

Strengthening of its marketing strategies;

To highlight the uniqueness of the territory;

Involvement of the local communities and local authorities.

The EU could be more involved

A real UNESCO programme for the Geoparks could be better than theirad hoc agreement of today but


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More specific monitoring plan (species related plan)

The development of a proper Facebook page and

updated website (English)

The distribution of the Geosite Book in important touristic

centres

Modern infrastructure capable of sustaining different

kinds of tourism and economic growth.


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EVS 2012-2013

APRIL 2013

SINAIA, ROMANIA

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