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Guidance for identifying and designating peatlands, wet grasslands, mangroves and coral reefs as Wetlands of International Importance
… vegetation entirely. Peat is dead and partially decomposed plant remains that have accumulated in situ under waterlogged … specific biodiversity, comprising rare and threatened plant and animal species and communities, including … interactions. They play an important role in storm protection and coastal stabilization. 38. Worldwide, mangrove …
Blue Carbon Policy Framework: Based on the discussion of the International Blue Carbon Policy Working Group
… adaptation, local livelihoods, tourism and culture such as protection from storms and prevention of shoreline erosion, … Law of the Sea, UNEP Global Programme of Action for the Protection of the Marine Environment from Land- based … Assess national level CBD & Ramsar commitments for coastal protection and evaluate activities needed to meet those …