In an interview with gazeta.pl, Dorożała revealed the ministry's plans to inaugurate the new national park in 2024, although specific details are yet to be disclosed. "I hope to create a new national park in Poland in 2024," Dorożała stated, indicating that more information will be available in the coming months.
The Ministry of the Environment's head, Paulina Hennig-Kloska, mentioned at a recent conference that the Turnicki National Park is on the shortlist for potential new parks. However, she clarified that the decision-making stage had not been reached yet, emphasizing the importance of involving various stakeholders in the process.
Poland currently boasts 23 national parks, with the Warta Mouth National Park being the most recent addition in 2001. The establishment of a new national park is seen as a vital step towards preserving Poland's natural heritage and biodiversity.
Dorożała also touched upon the upcoming "round table" discussions on the future of Poland's forests, scheduled for late February or early March. These discussions, initiated by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, aim to involve a wide array of stakeholders, including foresters, timber industry representatives, local governments, residents, NGOs, and environmental activists.
Source: Polskie Radio, PAP