Ecosystems and Human Well-being: Wetlands and Water
Millennium Ecosystem Assessment
The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment synthesis on wetlands, rivers and lakes, explaining the services they provide, how fast they are being lost and what can reverse the trend. Clear figures summarize the global state of freshwater ecosystems.
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