Scaling up wetland conservation, wise use and restoration to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (Ramsar, 2018)
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Type of Publication
Convention
Language
English
Where to Find?
https://www.ramsar.org/sites/default/files/documents/library/wetlands_sdgs_e.pdf
Abstract or Summary
Wetlands are essential to human wellbeing, inclusive economic growth and climate mitigation and adaptation. They provide water for human consumption and agriculture. They protect our shores and help make cities and settlements safe and resilient. They are the Earth’s greatest natural carbon stores. They support biodiversity and abundant and unique nature. They are vital to mitigate and adapt to climate change. They provide sustainable livelihoods and are essential to human health and wellbeing. Wetlands provide myriad benefits and services. (first paragraph of the introduction).
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Bibliographical Data
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- Title: Scaling up wetland conservation, wise use and restoration to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals
- Year: 2018
- Journal: (to be added)
- Publisher: The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands
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