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1. Ecological engineering
1.1 Definition of ecological engineering
The concept of ecological engineering was developed in the 1990s as a response to the consequences of ecosystem degradation. Its origins date back to the 1960s, when Howard Odum, an American ecologist, developed the concept of "Ecological engineering", the principle of which is to be able to act on the evolutionary trajectories of ecosystems by influencing natural dynamics.
In France, ecological engineering was defined following work led by the Ministry of Ecology. The Journal officiel de la République française gives the following definition:
Ecological engineering is "project management that, in its implementation and monitoring, applies the principles of...
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Standard for ecological engineering projects – NF X10-900
Bibliography
Standards and norms
- AFNOR. Prélèvement des macro-invertébrés aquatiques en rivières peu profondes. AFNOR 2016. - NF T90-333 - 2016
- Norme d'engagement des parties prenantes. Accountability. - AA1000SES - 2015
- Ecological engineering – Project management methodology applied to the preservation and development of natural habitats – Wetlands and watercourses. AFNOR. - NF X10-900 - 2012
Regulations
Council Directive 92/43/EEC of May 21, 1992 on the conservation of natural habitats and of wild fauna and flora (OJEU L 206 of July 22, 1992).
Directive 2000/60/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of October 23, 2000 establishing a framework for Community action in the field of water policy (Official Journal L 327 of December 22, 2000).
Directive 2004/35/EC of...
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