functions of the landscape observatory 03

The functions assigned to it in its Constitution are:

To establish criteria for the adoption of measures for landscape protection, managementand planning.

Fixing criteria to establish the landscape quality targets and the measures and actions necessary in order to achieve these targets.

Establishing mechanisms for the observation of evolution and change in the landscape.

Proposals of actions routed to the improvement , restoration or creationof landscape.

To prepare landscape catalogues in Catalonia in order to identify, classify and qualify the various landscapes existing.

To promote social sensitisation campaigns with respect to the landscape, its evolution, functions and change.

Publication of studies and reports and establishing working methodologies in matters of landscape.

Stimulating scientific and academic collaboration in matters of landscape, and the interchange of work and experiences among specialists and experts from universities and other academic and cultural institutions.

A follow-up of European initiatives in landscape matters.

Preparation of seminars, courses, exhibitions and conferences, as well as publications and specific programmes of information and training on landscape policies.

Creation of a documentation centre open to all the Catalan public.