River Networks

Project objective and activities:

Project aims to address common cross-border challenges related to the management and utilization of rivers crossing the communities within the program area. These challenges are relevant to both Local Action Groups (LAGs) "Tartu County Development Association" and "Sea Land," as they offer the opportunity to bring rural areas together to share resources, knowledge, and best practices. 

The project's overall objective is to develop and implement a joint strategy and action plan for the integrated, synchronized, and complementary development of the River Gauja and River Emajõgi, with a focus on better use of natural resources, heritage, and attractions for economic activities while respecting environmental protection regulations.

The project's main outputs will include a joint strategy and action plan, as well as 2 joint solutions that will be derived from at least 8 pilot actions. Local governments, member organizations of both LAGs, and the wider community will benefit from these outputs.