The pristine character of the mountain environment must be largely preserved, in terms of biological diversity, recreational value, and natural and cultural assets. Activities in mountain areas must respect these values and assets, with a view to promoting sustainable development. Particularly valuable areas must be protected from encroachment and other disturbance.
Interim targets
1. By 2010 damage to soil and vegetation caused by human activities will be negligible.
2. Noise in mountain areas from motor vehicles driven off-road and from aircraft will be reduced to meet the following requirements:
- by 2015 at least 60% of light all-terrain vehicles will meet stringent noise standards (below 73 dBA);
- by 2010 the noise from aircraft will be negligible both in class A regulated areas under the Off-Road Driving Ordinance (1978:594) and in at least 90% of the national park area.
3. By 2010 long-term protection, including where necessary management and restoration measures, will have been provided for the majority of mountain areas with representative and significant natural and cultural assets.
4. By 2005 action programmes will have been prepared and introduced for threatened species that are in need of targeted measures.
Read about A Magnificent Mountain Landscape at the Environmental Objectives Portal
The authority responsible for this Environmental Quality Objective is the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency.