ALGORITHM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE AMOUNT DETERMINING FROM MILITARY ACTIONS FOR THE ENTIRE TERRITORY OF UKRAINE

Abstract

The problem of determining the extent of environmental damage from military operations in Ukraine is complex and multifaceted. Military operations cause serious damage to ecosystems, there is a loss of biodiversity, a change in the natural habitats of plants and animals, contamination of soil, water and air with toxic substances and heavy metals as a result of explosions [1]. Determining the extent of environmental damage is complicated by insufficient information about the scale and nature of damage, especially in areas of active military operations, the lack of standardized assessment methods and comprehensive approaches to solve such problems. The costs of restoring damaged ecosystems and restoring natural resources could be enormous, which will negatively affect the economic situation in the country. To restore the natural environment, Ukraine might need international assistance with the involvement of international investments and restoration programs. The lack of clear assessments complicates the process of determining those responsible for the damage, which could affect legal consequences and compensation [2]. Therefore, the problem of determining the amount of environmental damage from military actions in Ukraine is complex and requires a comprehensive approach, including scientific research, development of new assessment methods, as well as active involvement of international partners to solve environmental problems caused by the conflict. The paper proposes to determine the amount of environmental damage from military actions for the entire territory of Ukraine using an lgorithm that, unlike others, takes into account the state of the nature reserve fund (NRF) and the degree of damage to various types of NRF objects to assess the amount of environmental damage from the effects of military actions.