Located southwest of the Pargas limestone quarry, the old Skarpdal disposal site has been undergoing significant transformation. This area previously served as a permanent waste disposal location for stone, mineral, and garden waste.
Following the ending of disposal activities, a proposal to decommission the site was submitted to the environmental authority in 2005. Since then, the area has developed into valuable habitats, including dry and meadow zones that support endangered butterfly species.
Under the guidance of the ELY Centre, a comprehensive management plan for the area was developed, and in spring 2024, funding was granted through the KuntaHelmi programme. The project is recognised as a nationally significant initiative for the conservation of endangered species and is intended to serve as a model for habitat management.
The primary aim of the project is to enhance the success of host plant species for endangered butterflies by preventing overgrowth and removing invasive species. It is anticipated that these efforts will ensure the sustainable management of the limestone-rich habitat and its dependent species for future generations.
Additionally, as part of the initiative, an experimental application of limestone was conducted in September 2024 to combat invasive lupins. Although this specific aspect did not receive funding, it has been implemented independently by Nordkalk.
The work is being carried out as part of the KuntaHelmi “Pargas’ limestone-influenced environments” project. The project is funded by the ELY Centre and is being implemented in cooperation with the City of Parainen and Nordkalk.
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