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4 days ago · They also support the livelihoods of tens of millions, from local fisheries to the global trade in migratory fish and fish-byproducts, and the multi-billion dollar recreational fishing industry. “In the face of declining migratory freshwater fish populations, urgent collective action is imperative.
9 hours ago · Withdrawals for agriculture and industry are total withdrawals for irrigation and livestock production and for direct industrial use (including withdrawals for cooling thermoelectric plants). Withdrawals for domestic uses include drinking water, municipal use or supply, and use for public services, commercial establishments, and homes.″
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4 days ago · FAO highlights the critical role of water in agriculture and its impact on global food security and sustainable development. Water resources are fundamental to agriculture, which accounts for a significant 72% of global freshwater withdrawals. Achieving food security and ending hunger requires access to safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene.
2 days ago · According to the assessment, without significant changes by 2050, climate change and sea level rise will result in the loss of: 1.8 billion tonnes of carbon stored (17% of the total current carbon stored in mangroves), currently valued at a minimum of $13 billion at market prices in voluntary carbon markets and representing a cost to society equal to $336 billion based on the social cost of ...
5 days ago · Water scarcity occurs when there are insufficient freshwater resources to meet the human and environmental demands of a certain area. Given the challenges of population growth, profligate use, growing pollution, and global warming, many countries and major cities worldwide are faced with increasing water scarcity.
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4 days ago · Freshwater ecology is the study of all aspects of the ecology of terrestrial aquatic systems, including rivers, lakes and ponds. It includes the community ecology of these ecosystems, as well as ...
4 days ago · The High Seas Olive Heffernan Greystone Books, $32.95. The ocean is a rich, fertile and seemingly lawless frontier. It’s a watery wild west, irresistible to humans hoping to plunder its many riches.
