Draft Report on the Strategic Environmental Assessment for the General Urban Plan for Ohrid 2014-2024, by Municipality of Ohrid (Macedonian language only) [click to view] |
Eutrophication of ancient Lake Ohrid: Global warming amplifies detrimental effects of increased nutrient inputs (Matzinger et al, 2007: Journal paper describes how nutrient loads to Lake Ohrid must be severely reduced if it is to avoid a eutrophication process that will suffocate its unique ecosystems. Current developments are likely to accelerate pollution.) [click to view] |
IUCN World Heritage Outlook Assessment for the Natural and Cultural Heritage of the Lake Ohrid region [click to view] |
IUCN Red List entry for the critically endangered Balkan Lynx, which has potential habitat at National Park Galichica [click to view] |
Corruption Perceptions Index 2016 [click to view] |
European Commission Staff Working Document, The former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia 2016 Report (EC expresses concern "about the insufficient protection of protected areas, areas of high natural value and potential Natura 2000 sites" and presents a damning picture of the political & legal context in which the drive to urbanize Ohrid-Prespa takes place.) [click to view] |
UNESCO State of Conservation, Natural and Cultural Heritage of the Ohrid region (UNESCO explains why plans for the ski-resort, express road and railroad "would represent a case for inscription of the property on the List of World Heritage in Danger.") [click to view] |
A freshwater biodiversity hotspot under pressure – assessing threats and identifying conservation needs for ancient Lake Ohrid (Kostoski et al, 2010: Journal paper describes the multiple threats that currently endanger Lake Ohrid, including tourism and associated infrastructure.) [click to view] |