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Author | : McCartney, M. P., Masiyandima, M., Houghton-Carr, H. A. |
Publisher | : IWMI |
Total Pages | : 44 |
Release | : 2005 |
Genre | : Wetland ecology |
ISBN | : 9290905980 |
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This paper reports on a form of multi-criteria analysis that provides a formal approach for evaluating the suitability of a wetland for specific agricultural uses, and ensures that explicit consideration is given to the possible consequences of such utilization. The method is based on a hybrid of ideas taken from concepts and methodologies related to: environmental flow assessments, land suitability classification and the hazard evaluation procedures used in the design of dams. The approach, which elaborates the idea of working wetlands, is generic, though the examples presented are for case studies from southern Africa.
Author | : Committee on Characterization of Wetlands |
Publisher | : National Academies Press |
Total Pages | : 329 |
Release | : 1995-09-20 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0309587220 |
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"Wetlands" has become a hot word in the current environmental debate. But what does it signify? In 1991, proposed changes in the legal definities of wetlands stirred controversy and focused attention on the scientific and economic aspects of their management. This volume explores how to define wetlands. The committee--whose members were drawn from academia, government, business, and the environmental community--builds a rational, scientific basis for delineating wetlands in the landscape and offers recommendations for further action. Wetlands also discusses the diverse hydrological and ecological functions of wetlands, and makes recommendations concerning so-called controversial areas such as permafrost wetlands, riparian ecosystems, irregularly flooded sites, and agricultural wetlands. It presents criteria for identifying wetlands and explores the problems of applying those criteria when there are seasonal changes in water levels. This comprehensive and practical volume will be of interest to environmental scientists and advocates, hydrologists, policymakers, regulators, faculty, researchers, and students of environmental studies.
Author | : William M. Lewis Jr. |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press |
Total Pages | : 160 |
Release | : 2001-10-19 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0190285095 |
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This book brings together in compact form a broad scientific and sociopolitical view of US wetlands. This primer lays out the science and policy considerations to help in navigating this branch of science that is so central to conservation policy, ecosystem science and wetland regulation. It gives explanations of the attributes, functions and values of our wetlands and shows how and why public attitudes toward wetlands have changed, and the political, legal, and social conflicts that have developed from legislation intended to stem the rapid losses of wetlands. The book describes the role of wetland science in facilitating the evolution of a rational and defensible system for regulating wetlands and will shed light on many of the problems and possibilities facing those who quest to protect and conserve our wetlands.
Author | : J. Henry Sather |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 406 |
Release | : 1976 |
Genre | : Wetland ecology |
ISBN | : |
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Author | : |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 104 |
Release | : 1998 |
Genre | : Wetland conservation |
ISBN | : |
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Author | : Megan Lewis |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 90 |
Release | : 1990 |
Genre | : Drainage |
ISBN | : |
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Author | : James T. Anderson |
Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages | : 281 |
Release | : 2013-10-10 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9400769075 |
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Wetlands serve many important functions and provide numerous ecological services such as clean water, wildlife habitat, nutrient reduction, and flood control. Wetland science is a relatively young discipline but is a rapidly growing field due to an enhanced understanding of the importance of wetlands and the numerous laws and policies that have been developed to protect these areas. This growth is demonstrated by the creation and growth of the Society of Wetland Scientists which was formed in 1980 and now has a membership of 3,500 people. It is also illustrated by the existence of 2 journals (Wetlands and Wetlands Ecology and Management) devoted entirely to wetlands. To date there has been no practical, comprehensive techniques book centered on wetlands, and written for wetland researchers, students, and managers. This techniques book aims to fill that gap. It is designed to provide an overview of the various methods that have been used or developed by researchers and practitioners to study, monitor, manage, or create wetlands. Including many methods usually found only in the peer-reviewed or gray literature, this 3-volume set fills a major niche for all professionals dealing with wetlands.
Author | : Donald M. Kent |
Publisher | : CRC Press |
Total Pages | : 434 |
Release | : 2000-08-30 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 142003295X |
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Continuing the tradition of excellence established by the first edition, the Second Edition of Applied Wetlands Science and Technology provides the fundamentals for delineating, identifying, and regulating wetlands. It covers functions and values, ecological assessments, and how to minimize negative impacts on wetlands. The book also presents essen
Author | : C. Max Finlayson |
Publisher | : Springer |
Total Pages | : 1546 |
Release | : 2018-07-04 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9789048134939 |
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In discussion with Ramsar’s Max Finlayson and Nick Davidson, and several members of the Society of Wetland Scientists, Springer is proposing the development of a new Encyclopedia of Wetlands, a comprehensive resource aimed at supporting the trans- and multidisciplinary research and practice which is inherent to this field. Aware both that wetlands research is on the rise and that researchers and students are often working or learning across several disciplines, we are proposing a readily accessible online and print reference which will be the first port of call on key concepts in wetlands science and management. This easy-to-follow reference will allow multidisciplinary teams and transdisciplinary individuals to look up terms, access further details, read overviews on key issues and navigate to key articles selected by experts.
Author | : United States. Environmental Protection Agency. Office of Water |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 24 |
Release | : 1992 |
Genre | : Agriculture |
ISBN | : |
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