Marine Ecosystems
Marine ecosystems are the largest of Earth's aquatic ecosystems and are distinguished by waters that have a high salt content. These systems contrast with freshwater ecosystems, which have a lower salt content. Marine waters cover more than 70% of the surface of the Earth and account for more than 97% of Earth's water supply and 90% of habitable space on Earth. Marine ecosystems include nearshore systems, such as the salt marshes, mudflats, seagrass meadows, mangroves, rocky intertidal systems and coral reefs. They also extend outwards from the coast to include offshore systems, such as the surface ocean, pelagic ocean waters, …
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WGCS: Wentworth Group of Concerned Scientists · 24 July 2024 English
The "Blueprint to Repair Australia's Landscapes" is a comprehensive report that outlines a strategic approach for a 30-year investment aimed at restoring the health, productivity, and resilience of Australia's natural …
of fisheries and health of freshwater and marine ecosystems. R1.1-C Restore, conserve, and manage strips …
WGCS: Wentworth Group of Concerned Scientists · 24 July 2024 English
The Wentworth Group, together with experts from academia, government and business, has developed a Blueprint to Repair Australia’s Landscapes. The Blueprint describes a suite of 24 practical actions and investments, …
of fisheries and health of freshwater and marine ecosystems. 7. Restore, conserve, and manage strips …
World Bank Group · 16 July 2024 English
be implemented in lands that do not affect marine ecosystems, RAMSAR areas, or even have no impact on …
World Bank Group · 12 July 2024 English
This paper analyzes several existing approaches and data platforms for assessing nature-related financial risk in the East Asia and Pacific region and examines the current level of disclosure by companies …
flood-protection degradation. Terrestrial and marine ecosystems face underestimated pressures in their global …
ADB: Asian Development Bank · 28 June 2024 English
India’s coastal areas are experiencing increasing challenges. A priority area is tackling coastal erosion and flooding, which is being further intensified by climate change.
aims to protect and restore coastal and marine ecosystems, promote inclusive livelihood opportunities …
EU: European Union · 27 June 2024 English
environmental protection including new references to marine ecosystems and sustainable consumption and production …
World Bank Group · 27 June 2024 English
The Maldives Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) analyses climate change and development challenges and opportunities in the country in an integrated manner. The report focuses on the Maldives achieving …
country is distinguished by its extraordinary marine ecosystems, including extensive coral reefs that support … largely comes from the sand produced by marine ecosystems. This has historically enabled them to adapt …
ADB: Asian Development Bank · 27 June 2024 English
This report outlines the cascading environmental, social, and economic impacts of aquatic biodiversity loss in Southeast Asia and recommends ways to develop scalable projects that tackle river pollution and support …
modified terrestrial, freshwater, coastal and marine ecosystems which address social, economic and environmental …
World Bank Group · 27 June 2024 English
The Maldives Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) analyses climate change and development challenges and opportunities in the country in an integrated manner. The report focuses on the Maldives achieving …
country is distinguished by its extraordinary marine ecosystems, including extensive coral reefs that support … largely comes from the sand produced by marine ecosystems. This has historically enabled them to adapt … The country is noted for its remarkable marine ecosystems, which include vast coral reefs that contribute … also hinges on the health of coral reefs and marine ecosystems. However, economic and tourism growth has … been found to negatively affect island and marine ecosystems, which are already stressed by sea level …
ADB: Asian Development Bank · 27 June 2024 English
This brochure provides details on how the Asian Development Bank is investing in sustainable blue economies for poverty alleviation in Asia and the Pacific.
development Protecting and restoring coastal and marine ecosystems and key rivers ADB reached 75% of $5 billion …
