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The “Avoid-Reduce-Compensate” sequence in pictures

Published on September 19 2025

Preserving the biodiversity of the areas where the future Seine-Nord Europe Canal will be located is a priority. The Canal is designed as a living waterway, a habitat and haven for numerous species . In order to limit its environmental impact, the Seine-Nord Europe Canal Company is implementing the "ERC" (Avoid – Reduce – Compensate) sequence , a guideline included in the project file and the Environmental Authorization order, for the implementation of measures that promote the preservation of species and their habitats.

Restoration of wetlands, planting of woodlands and hedges, crossings for wildlife, we tell you more in our video "Discovering measures to preserve biodiversity"*!

*This video presents a selection of measures from all those that make up the "ERC" sequence which are detailed in the Environmental Authorisation file.