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The status of natural resources on the high-seas
… of a single species, to a count of the number of major ecosystem-types in a whole ocean. In addition to the problem … diversity, yet are critical to the function of the marine ecosystem as a whole. It is, therefore, important that (high) … is the primary substance that supports the unique vent ecosystem, through chemosynthesis. The fauna of hydrothermal …
Assessing environmental impacts - A global review of legislation
… a legal requirement in many countries, and the concept of ecosystem services can help in assessing these; however, … not effective and there is also a need to better measure ecosystem services. To overcome some of the limitations of … and fit-for purpose data, including with regard to ecosystem services and climate change adaptation and …
Principles and Guidelines on Indigenous and Traditional Peoples and Protected Areas
… resources using methods that maintain the integrity of the ecosystem and that have been used traditionally by indigenous … area). II. Protected area managed mainly for ecosystem conservation and recreation . Natural areas of land …
Ramsar Technical Report 7: Ramsar Wetland Disease Manual
… livestock and humans. � An introduction to taking an ecosystem approach to health. � Why disease should be an … the importance of considering disease management from an ecosystem perspective. Whilst we recommend that you also read … the importance of considering disease management from an ecosystem perspective. OVERVIEW – Page 4 Chapters 3 and 4 …
Assessing the global applicability of the concept of ancient forests as understood in European forest policy and management
… RECALLING that forest ecosystems provide a wide range of ecosystem services that are critical to human survival, … forest biodiversity and the ability of forests to provide ecosystem services; RECALLING that the Convention on …