Valuing Ecosystem Services Toward Better Environmental Decision-Making

Nutrient recycling, habitat for plants and animals, flood control, and water supply are among the many beneficial services provided by aquatic ecosystems. In making decisions about human activities, such as draining a wetland for a housing development, it is essential to consider both the value of t...

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Main Authors:	Council, National Research, Studies, Division on Earth and Life, Board, Water Science and Technology, Ecosystems, Committee on Assessing and Valuing the Services of Aquatic and Related Terrestrial
Format:	eBook Book
Language:	English
Published:	Washington, D.C National Academies Press 06.04.2005 The National Academies Press National Academies Natl Academy Press Publications Sales Office
Edition:	1
Subjects:	Aquatic ecology Aquatic ecology > Economic aspects Biotic communities Biotic communities > Valuation Decision making Economic aspects Environmental policy Environmental policy > Decision making Environmental protection Environmental protection > Decision making
ISBN:	9780309093187, 030909318X
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