Resolution on solar power stations in protected areas.
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January 2017
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LEX-FAOC171372
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This Resolution sets forth principles and guidelines of application for building solar power stations in protected areas. This Regulation underlines that building solar power stations shall not be approved in Grade 1 natural site area, as well as in sensitive and special protected areas. Furthermore solar power stations may be built in Grade 2 and 3 natural site areas and also in protected areas with sustainable use of natural resource, only if they meet the requirements specified in the Resolution.
Implements: Regulation on procedures and principles of determination, registration and approval of protected areas. (2012-07-19)
