At the second level, the indicators describe the landscape more fully. There is still the problem of scale, however. Linear structures in the landscape play a considerable role. Only limited work has been undertaken, and that on a local scale. State of progress Much work on characterising landscapes at European Union level is under way.
Results are available for the first level of indicators.
There is a clear need to rapidly establish methods and indicators to depict landscapes which are both pertinent and inexpensive, in order to be able to evaluate the impact of policies relating to spatial and environmental management. The term permanent grasslands is understood to mean all grassy areas. However, it should be remembered that these areas have different ecological and landscape values depending on their type of use and location.