Furthermore, a small civil aviation airport used for training purposes also operates in the area. Impacts on the natural environment. According to the existing EIA, the construction of the Rowing and Canoeing Centre will have a positive impact on the natural environment of Schinias, since it will create open freshwater lakes and will increase the potential for conservation and management. The EIA also states that all negative impacts will occur during the construction phase and will involve the reduction of the area available to certain habitats. Change of character of the marsh.
Marshes are among the most productive yet misunderstood habitat types.
Turning a marsh into a lake does not constitute an improvement in its condition. It rather threatens the survival of many species that depend on seasonal flooding by relatively shallow waters. The argument that these water surfaces are future habitats is not valid. Especially considering the fact that these artificial lakes will be subject to vegetation control, they will be essentially devoid of life and will not become shelters of wildlife. Pressure on all habitats of the area during the construction phase.