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Increasing Hucul horse breeding and green protection in the Aggtelek National Park

The Aggtelek National Park Directorate showed significant results in the conservation of grassland habitats by intermittent grazing of hucul horses living free-range in the Aggteleki-karszt, thereby enabling the growth of the stud. The project was implemented during the 2014-2020 programming period with EU funding provided by the Environmental and Energy Efficiency Operational Programme. The hucul horse stud is one of the characteristics of the Aggtelek National Park. The free-range horse population in the Aggteleki-karszt is

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Connecting sewers to protect the wildlife of the Upper Tisza region

The reconstruction of the Szabolcsveresmart-Kisvárda water supply channel was carried out to protect the ecosystem and improve the situation of protected plants and animals. During the project, which was implemented under the Environmental and Energy Efficiency Operational Programme (EEEOP), 113,000 m3 of ground were moved and 90,000 square meters of water-tight covering was established on the canal. Preservation of biodiversity has become a critical issue in our country as well, which is especially true for

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Visitor Centre showcases the treasures of Mátra’s flora and fauna

The Directorate of Bükk National Park, with the creation of a 260 square meter visitor, education, and management centre in Mátrafüred, aims to acquaint the widest possible audience with the flora and fauna of Mátra. The project was realized during the 2014–2020 European Union funding period, thanks to the resources available in the Environmental and Energy Efficiency Operational Programme. Mátra, as part of the North Hungarian Mountains, spans 900 square kilometres, hosting a rich variety

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Indispensable development for the conservation of traditional Hungarian animal breeds

A total of six hundred animals make up the livestock whose proper, breed-specific wintering is ensured by the Directorate of Körös-Maros National Park (KMNPI), thanks to the support obtained from the Széchenyi2020 development program.  As part of the infrastructure development, several additional essential service buildings were also successfully created. This is particularly important as the KMNPI has the largest Hungarian grey cattle herd and a significant part of the breed’s gene conservation cow population among

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Three municipalities in Vas county enriched with a modernised drinking water system

The water quality in the areas of Répcelak, Csánig, and Nick has been improved with the introduction of new technology.  Supported by the Environmental and Energy Efficiency Operational Programme, the water treatment plant in Répcelak was transformed and modernized. This included the introduction of a new water treatment technology with a capacity of thirty cubic meters per hour and the installation of control automation. Providing drinking water to the population is one of the most

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Renewable energy transition at a Székesfehérvár educational institution

The energy renovation of the Szent Imre High School, Primary School, and Kindergarten, belonging to the Diocese of Székesfehérvár, has been completed in Székesfehérvár. Thanks to the project linked to the 2014-2020 European Union funding period, hundreds of children can now study in better conditions at the institution. The modernization and expansion of the building enabled the institution to start its first high school class in 2022. Between 2016 and 2020, the energy renovation of

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A good example and an even better environment: energy efficiency modernisation in the Roman Catholic school in Szolnok

Sustainable solutions, cost-effective operation, a pleasant environment – these are the key principles behind the renovation of the Tiszaparti Roman Catholic Primary and Secondary School in Szolnok. The Environment and Energy Efficiency Operational Programme provided the necessary funding for the improvements during the 2014-2020 EU financial period. Although the school itself was founded in 2009, the buildings housing the school are nearly 50 years old and therefore no longer have the energy efficiency to meet

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The green revolution of the Erzsébet Hospital in Zirc: millions in savings and environmental protection

The solar park at the Erzsébet Hospital in Zirc will save the institution around HUF 7 million a year, and the investment is also significant from an environmental point of view. Previously, the Erzsébet Hospital in Zirc had to bear the heavy cost of electricity usage that constituted a significant part of its energy consumption, so it is an important achievement that due to the implemented project they are now able to supply the institution

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A fresh start to the anniversary year at the soul of the Lake Tisza – the 50-year-old Kisköre Dam has been rebuilt.

The 50-year-old Kisköre Dam, also known as the soul of Lake Tisza, plays a key role in the social and economic life of the Great Plain, so it is of paramount importance to maintain its operational safety. The dam plays a key role in ensuring the water needs of the irrigation systems on the Great Plain, in flood and inland water hazard prevention and in maintaining the water level of Lake Tisza. This is why

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Getting to know the world of waters, grass and forests in an otter car? Yes!

A few years ago, a project on the protection of small aquatic habitats in the area covered by the Bükk National Park Directorate was completed. The main objective was to improve the wetland and aquatic habitat network of the Mátra, the Eastern Cserhát and the Ipoly Valley. Due to climate change the role and protection of wetlands is more important. Small aquatic habitats are the most vulnerable so by improving habitat condition and creating new

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