Common Procedure for Identification of the Eutrophication status of Maritime Area of the Oslo and Paris Conventions. Report on the Screening Procedure for the Norwegian Coast from Lindesnes to Stad

Abstract

The Norwegian coast from Lindesnes to Stad has been subjected to the Screening Procedure. Out of a total of 106 areas, 46 areas are classified as Non Problem Areas (NPA). The other subareas should be subjected to the Comprehensive Procedure for a final classification. There are few observations along the coast, which implies a subjective assessment to large areas. Areas without observations were classified as Non Problem Areas (NPA) if - The anthropogenic nutrient load is low, and - The area have mainly high and unrestricted water exchange. Areas with reported observations and any report of environmental disturbance that can be connected to nutrient enrichment should be subjectec to the Comprehensive Procedure.