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What's a wetland? Definition and types
This factfile provides a definition of the term 'wetland' and describes some of the main types of global wetlands.
Filesize: 1011.66 Kb (pdf)All dried out
This Resource file examines why many wetlands locally and globally have been lost in recent years, and why so many more are in danger of disappearing.
Filesize: 1.03 Mb (pdf)Poisoned wetlands
This factfile considers the effects of pollution on UK wetlands, and protective measures to combat such pollution.
Filesize: 108.97 Kb (pdf)The five secrets of wetlands
This factfile describes the five secrets of wetlands in terms of their uses and values.
Filesize: 373.68 Kb (pdf)Legislation and responsibilities
This factfile provides a brief overview of who is responsible for wetland conservation in the UK It also summarises the UK situation regarding protected areas...
Filesize: 1.05 Mb (pdf)Wet world drying
The world is facing a water crisis. Freshwater scarcity and pollution are major environmental, economic and political problems facing people in the 21st century.
Filesize: 141.38 Kb (pdf)