Technical Support to EU Strategy on Invasive Species (IAS) – Policy Options to Control the Negative Impacts of IAS on Biodiversity in Europe and the EU

Authors:
Shine, C., M. Kettunen, P. Genovesi, S. Gollasch, S. Pagad and U. Starfinger

Publication Date:
2008

Abstract/Summary:
This report forms part of a broader study for the European Commission to provide Technical Support for the Development of an EU framework on Invasive Alien Species (IAS). Building on evidence that IAS have significant negative impacts upon Europe’s environment, key economic sectors and human well-being, it aims to identify policy measures and packages available to the Commission to minimise IAS damage to European biodiversity in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

Resource Type:
Technical Document

Source:
Institute for European Environmental Policy

Link:
http://www.ieep.eu/assets/450/ias_policyoptions.pdf