Buffertzonen

Buffertzonen, which translates to "buffer zone" in English, is a Swedish term often used in environmental science and land-use planning. It refers to a designated area established between two different or potentially conflicting land uses or environments. The primary purpose of a buffertzonen is to mitigate negative impacts, such as pollution, noise, or visual intrusion, from one area affecting another.

These zones are commonly implemented along coastlines, lakeshores, and rivers to protect water quality by filtering runoff and preventing erosion. They can also be established around industrial sites to shield residential areas from noise and air pollution. In forestry, buffertzonen are strips of land maintained along waterways to preserve aquatic habitats and water quality. The width and specific characteristics of a buffertzonen are typically determined by regulations or guidelines based on the type of environments being separated and the potential risks involved. Their implementation is a key strategy for sustainable land management and ecological protection.