Search results

Explore only content tagged with
5 Results
Sorted by relevance

Managing MIDAs - Harmonising the Management of Multi-Internationally Designated Areas: Ramsar Sites, World Heritage Sites, Biosphere Reserves and UNESCO Global Geoparks

… from threats of environmental pollution and improve the quality of life for the public so that people can enjoy ambient natural environment, clean water and clear skies. Furthermore, we aim to contribute to … 11. One of the core components of the GLPCA is a global standard for identifying protected areas that deliver …
20 Jun 2026 Literature See it in ECOLEX · This content is provided by ECOLEX

IUCN World Heritage Outlook 2 - A conservation assessment of all natural World Heritage sites

… Heritage Panel who have been fundamental for ensuring quality and consistency across all assessments. We also wish … Outlook Assessments carried out every three years to a standard format, 2017 marks the first time that results can … The rapid expansion of tourism facilities is causing water pollution due to excessive water use and inadequate …
20 Jun 2026 Literature See it in ECOLEX · This content is provided by ECOLEX

World Heritage, Wilderness and Large Landscapes and Seascapes

… example, they often play a major role in regulating the quality and flow of freshwater (Figgis et al. 2015). They … as there are few places on Earth that meet this standard in an era of climate change and global pollution … Australian Government Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts: 96. Bernard, E., Penna, L.A.O & …
20 Jun 2026 Literature See it in ECOLEX · This content is provided by ECOLEX

Sacred natural sites: Guidelines for protected area managers

… and communities. Sacred natural site. Areas of land or water having special spiritual significance to peoples and … established the biosphere reserve model, which set the standard for integrating human needs into protected area … overburdened and outdated sewage system that releases low-quality waste water into streams. The New Zealand Department …
20 Jun 2026 Literature See it in ECOLEX · This content is provided by ECOLEX

IUCN World Heritage Outlook 2014: A conservation assessment of all natural World Heritage sites

… consists of Conservation Outlook Assessments, compiled to standard formats for every single natural World Heritage … strengths and limitations in terms of depth, coverage and quality. Assessments also help identify information gaps … species 62 NATURAL SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS 61 Dams and water management 31 Other ecosystem modi�cations Fires 28 …
20 Jun 2026 Literature See it in ECOLEX · This content is provided by ECOLEX