Global Information and Communication Exchange System for sustainable management of natural resources and public relation for Alpine networks of protected areas
ALP ENvironmental COMmunication is an integrated approach for protected area managers to ensure common planning and communication on environmental management through regular exchange and training, and to improve the public awareness of environmental issues. On one hand, the project is based on exchange of experience and evaluation of management measures, which will lead to integrated strategies for the protection of alpine natural and cultural resources and for sustainable land use. On the other hand, the development of common communication tools based on an interactive approach of public information in protected areas will strengthen public awareness of mountain ecological systems. It includes an interactive data exchange platform used for data and know-how exchange between protected area managers. The integrated approach is complemented by common media activities for a higher transparency of alpine environmental management strategies and by international professional training programmes.