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Natural Resources

Wetlands and People at Risk

This IUCN book raises awareness on the relevance of wetland systems, their current impacts, and existent threats. It compiles 14 case studies of terrestrial, riverine, estuaries, marine coastal, and island wetlands from: Spain, North Macedonia, Iran, Colombia, Venezuela, Burkina Faso, Sri Lanka, Portugal, Germany, United States, Virgin Islands, and Solomon Islands.

Presented by the IUCN.

World Heritage Glaciers: Sentinels of Climate Change

This newly released report on world heritage glaciers shows data and projections about glacial retreat and its consequent impact on sea-level. The report also provides information to facilitate dialogue between policymakers, scholars, and local stakeholders in order to promote actions to counteract substantial glacier retreat. Presented by the IUCN.