Management of vegas and swamps with traditional techniques by the Kolla community of Lagunillas del Farallón, in the Jujuy Puna, Argentina
In 2012-2013 pilot experiences were carried out on the management of vegas and swamps (high-altitude wetlands) at Lagunillas del Farallón, between 2,900 and 3,500 meters above sea level, in
Ecosystem conservation and restoration in Laguna de Los Pozuelos, Argentina
This solution contributes to the conservation and restoration of high Andean wetland ecosystems in the Laguna de los Pozuelos, Argentina, through the active participation of local communities.
Sustainable agriculture practice on suboptimal land
Available arable lands are shrinking over time since most of them are already cultivated or converted. This article explores the way to convert suboptimal land into arable land, using an example from Indonesia.
Working for Water, Working for Wetlands, Working on Fire
A case study on ecological infrastructure for resilience and job creation in South Africa, focussing on water, wetlands and fire.
Integrating Climate Adaptation in Water Catchment Planning in Uganda
This briefing note provides an overview of the results of a climate risk assessment of water resources in the Ruhezamyenda catchment in Uganda.
Restoration of the former Saltworks
Adaptive restoration of former saltworks can help wetlands recover their functionality and resilience to adapt to sea-level rise, while improving the biodiversity habitat.
Building Resilient Communities, Wetland Ecosystems and Associated Catchments in Uganda
This project is supporting the Government of Uganda in the management of critical wetlands that are being affected by a changing climate.
Selecting ecosystem service models for decision-making
This guide by the Ecosystem Services for Poverty Alleviation (ESPA) programme helps readers to assess how ecosystem service models could support policy-making in their countries.
Building resilience through ecosystem restoration in Somali Regional State, Ethiopia
The Atlas maps the landscape and illustrates challenges and opportunities for sustainable resource management. The analysis is a roadmap to reverse environmental degradation.
Mangrove Restoration: 'To plant or not to plant?'
The majority of mangrove planting efforts are failing. A more effective approach is natural mangrove rehabilitation. This leaflet explores the question ‘To plant or not to plant?’
Vulnerabilidad y Resiliencia en el Altiplano Boliviano
El presente exhibe el producto de años de investigación en el área con resultados existosos de construcción de información como apoyo en la toma de desiciones para la región.
Collaborative management: governance for the new normal
This is an interactive, web-based case study exploring the critical role of local-traditional knowledge in ecosystem restoration in North Karelia, Finland.
Reducing floods and land slides in the Agusan Delta, Philippines
This animation shows an integrated disaster risk reduction approach in which care for people and nature goes hand in hand.
Mangroves for coastal defence
This practical guidebook summarises the findings of three technical reviews on mangroves and provides practical management recommendations to coastal zone managers and policymakers.
The Role of Mangroves in Fisheries Enhancement
Some 210 million people live in low elevation areas within 10 km of mangroves and many of these directly benefit from mangrove-associated fisheries. Yet, these people are often unaware of...
Inner Forth Futurescape
The Inner Forth Futurescape aims to increase the resilience of wildlife and habitats by working in partnership on a landscape-scale around a core area for nature.
Impacts of sea-level rise in Africa
Summary
Africa has a large and growing coastal population, including a number of important coastal cities. With sea-level rise, flooding and inundation of coastal areas would be expected...
Pond renovation, bund and shutter construction
Kadapakkam's renovated pond and bund construction
The village of Kadapakkam with its 600 inhabitants is located around 4 km from the coastline of the Bay of Bengal...
Improving Habitat Management to restore a raised bog
Some lowland raised bogs in Scotland face climatic stress. Improved habitat management could help to restore a lowland raised bog.
Ecosystem based adaptation in marine, terrestrial and coastal regions as a means of improving livelihoods in the face of climate change
Conservation International is implementing Ecosystem-based Adaptation approaches in marine, terrestrial and coastal regions in Brazil, Philippines and South Africa, where we have strong...
Wetlands International
Wetlands International is the only global not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the conservation and restoration of wetlands.
Mainstreaming EbA in Tanzania
Tanzania
Tanzania hosts a variety of ecosystems, including mountain, drylands, wetlands, coastal and marine ecosystems. These ecosystems directly support the livelihoods of many...
Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation in Greater Banjul, Gambia
A wetland with mangrove forest in Greater Banjul
SummaryThe Gambia has sensitive natural resources such as forests, woodlands, range lands, water resources,...
Benin Environment and Education Society
The mission of Benin Environment and Education Society is to rehabilitate and improve the indigenous biodiversity of Benin wetlands system to the benefit of local communities and districts, as well
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