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Albanian environmentalists visit Nabu in Verden: An exchange for nature!
Albanian guests visit Nabu in Verden to learn about local conservation work and promote collaboration.
Albanian environmentalists visit Nabu in Verden: An exchange for nature!
On September 2, 2025, four guests from Albania visited the regional office (RGS) of Nabu Lower Saxony in Verden. They were accompanied by Dr. Eick von Ruschkowski, head of the Lower Saxony Nature Conservation Academy, and Rüdiger Wohlers from the Nabu regional association. Your goal? To get to know the structures of local nature conservation work in order to possibly transfer this knowledge to Albania. The Albanian delegation comes from the “Protection and Preservation of Natural Environment in Albania” (PPNEA), the first environmental organization in Albania, which saw the light of day in 1991.
Dr. von Ruschkowski said that there are already numerous projects in Albania to promote nature conservation and education for democracy that are tailored to the local population. The “AllerVielfalt Verden” renaturation project, which was presented to the guests, was particularly addressed. This project, which has a total budget of 17 million euros until 2031, focuses on the reconnection of flood channels and small bodies of water in the Aller lowlands.
Projects and connections
An impressive example of the commitment in Albania are the five pilot projects of EuroNatur and PPNEA, which focus on nature conservation and the sustainable development of the region. These projects aim to preserve local natural resources and actively involve the population, which has ultimately proven to be central to the success of the measures. Activities include planting hazelnut bushes, which not only contribute to soil health but also provide a source of income for local residents.
The visitors from Albania stayed in Germany for a week and had the opportunity to explore Hanover, Bremervörde and Torfhaus in the Harz Mountains. In Verden the focus was on the activities of the local Nabu groups, which have existed since 1987. The presentation of the “AllerVielfalt Verden” project is particularly remarkable because it combines nature conservation with agriculture and recreational use in order to promote harmonious coexistence and at the same time improve flood protection.
On to the future
A return visit to Albania is planned for next year, which will also explore innovations in the field of nature conservation. This exchange is not only important for the Albanian guests, but also a valuable opportunity for the German partners to learn from the experiences and challenges faced by nature conservation organizations in Albania.
Everyone involved agrees: nature conservation has no boundaries, and by exchanging knowledge and experiences, new ways to promote environmental conservation can be found. Such projects give the community hope and a concrete framework for action - true to the motto: Together we are strong!