21 young conservationists were recognised 1. December 2012 Today, the Young Conservationist badges were handed over at Nature Evening anniversary at the National Library of Estonia. A total of 21 young people from all over Estonia were recognised.

Recreational fishermen can apply for fishing cards from Monday 30. November 2012 The application for fishing cards for recreational fishing for the next year starts on Monday, on the morning of 3 December at 9 (AM).

Additional 24 buildings will be renovated with the sales revenue received from emission allowance 29. November 2012 The Government gave the Minister of the Environment Keit Pentus-Rosimannus a mandate under public investment scheme to include additional 24 buildings to the list of buildings being renovated.

This year’s best environmental deeds, small deeds, and companies were announced 27. November 2012 The Minister of the Environment Keit Pentus-Rosimannus handed over prizes and letters of appreciation to the best people and companies in the field of environment. The best environmental deeds and small deeds are related to educating children and young people and outstanding companies offer saving and innovative solutions.

Fishing quotas for 2013 determined for Lakes Peipus, Lämmijärv and Pskov 16. November 2012 Estonia and Russia agreed upon permitted quotas for various species of fish for Lakes Peipus, Lämmijärv and Pskov for next year. Based on the recommendations of scientists, commercial fishermen will be able to catch a total of 5964 tonnes of fish from those lakes, of which one half belongs to Estonian fishermen.