Climate & Environment
Wetland Conservation
The protection and wise use of wetlands — marshes, peatlands, mangroves, swamps and shallow waters — to maintain their biodiversity, water and carbon functions.
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Wetland conservation is the protection and sustainable management of wetland ecosystems to preserve their ecological character. It is anchored internationally by the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, which designates Wetlands of International Importance and promotes the wise use of all wetlands.
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