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Ecosystems and Human Well-being : Our Human Planet - Summary for Decision-makers
The assessment focuses on the linkages between ecosystems and human well-being and, in particular, on "ecosystem services." An ecosystem is a dynamic complex of plant, animal,... -
Decoupling Natural Resource Use and Environmental Impacts from Economic...
Humankind has witnessed phenomenal economic and social development in the past century. However, there are increasing signs that it has come at a cost to the environment and to... -
The United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration: Strategy
purpose of the strategy is threefold: firstly to catalyse a new approach to national development, with ecosystem restoration being central to development planning and... -
Africa Environment Outlook 2: Our Environment, Our Wealth - Executive Summary
The dawn of the 21st century stands out as the beginning of a renaissance for Africa – politically, economically and environmentally. The formation of the New Partnership for...