Regenerative 2030
- Protect Albania’s threatened Brown Bear species and conserve high biodiversity area.
- Conduct scientific research on wildlife and habitats.
- Raise awareness and advocate for nature conservation.
- Support local communities and involve stakeholders in conservation efforts.
The World Expeditions Foundation, in collaboration with Protection and Preservation of Natural Environment in Albania (PPNEA), is raising funds to support human-bear conflict prevention efforts in Albania. While a small-scale project launched on April 1st, 2025, has initiated important work in this area, additional funding is needed to fully implement effective protection measures for communities living near bear habitats.
Together, we aim to raise 2,500 Euros to purchase and distribute three electric fences to farmers, beekeepers, and livestock breeders in Albanian Alps National Park where bear-related damages are most frequent.
These fences are essential tools in reducing conflict, protecting rural livelihoods, and fostering coexistence between people and the region’s endangered brown bear population.
Through this partnership, we are working to create lasting, community-based conservation outcomes, and your support will help us get there.
Addressing the UN Sustainable Development Goals
Zero Hunger:The food and agriculture sector offers key solutions for development, and is central for hunger and poverty eradication.Industry Innovation And Infrastructure:Investments in infrastructure are crucial to achieving sustainable development.
Life On Land:Sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation, halt biodiversity loss.
Impacts
- Contributing to global biodiversity by protecting Albania’s Brown Bear, listed as critically endangered on Albania’s national Red List.
- Providing electric fencing prevents property damage, reduces economic loss, and promotes coexistence between humans and wildlife.
- Surveys and consultations increase awareness and strengthen community–NGO relationships.
Outcomes
The project will result in six electric fences being installed – three in Albanian Alps National Park and three in Korab-Koritnik Nature Park – protecting beehives and farms from bear-related damage.
Farmers and beekeepers are equipped with practical tools to safely deter bears.
Community surveys increase awareness about non-lethal mitigation strategies.
Reduced human–bear conflict supports long-term conservation and protected area integrity.
Background
Brown bear conservation in Albania is facing urgent challenges…
Low political prioritisation limits effective conservation strategy implementation…
Habitat destruction increases human–bear conflict in rural communities…
Poaching and illegal killings remain persistent threats…
The situation highlights broader issues in wildlife conservation, requiring stronger political will, investment in research, and community involvement.