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The diversity of wetland bio resources is crucial for addressing global challenges they face. Despite being vital for biodiversity, water quality and flood control, wetlands suffer from human-induced degradation. This compendium addresses conservation, policy, and technological strategies to safeguard wetlands. Climate change exacerbates threats, emphasizing the need for adaptation and mitigation measures. Recognizing wetlands' societal values, the book advocates for balanced conservation and utilization. Wetlands offer opportunities in agriculture, industry, and medicine. Their role in urban water management and biodiversity conservation is explored. The publication examines wetland fauna, their habitats, and ecological roles. Resource competition shapes wetland ecosystems' resilience and productivity. It serves as a comprehensive guide for conservation and restoration efforts, highlighting wetlands' diverse applications and their importance in addressing societal challenges. By doing so, it aids informed decision-making and fosters effective conservation actions.
List of contents
Ch.1. Ecosystem Structure and Formation of wetland.- Ch.2. Ecological Importance and functions of wetlands.- Ch.3. Human Interactions with wetlands: Historical Perspectives and Cultural significance.- Ch.4. Economic Value of wetlands: Ecosystem Services and Benefits for Human well-being.- Ch.5. Socioeconomic Benefits of wetland-based Water Treatment: Discussing the Economic, Social, and Environmental Advantages Associated with Utilizing wetlands for Water treatment.- Ch.6. Threats to wetland Environments: Human Activities, Pollution and Climate change.- Ch.7. Presence-behaviour of emerging Contaminants in Natural wetlands and Strategies for their Remediation.- Ch.8. The Effect of Heatwaves on Wetland Biodiversity and Bio resources.- Ch.9. Climate Change Impacts on Wetlands: Vulnerabilities, Adaptation, and Mitigation Strategies.- Ch.10. Phytoremediation in Wetlands.- Ch.11. Wetland-Based Solutions for Urban Water Management.- Ch.12. Applications and Characteristics of Polysaccharide-based Nanomaterials in Water and Wastewater Remediation.- Ch.13. Multivariate analysis of ecological resilience and vulnerability in La Segua wetland: Implications for conservation and sustainable natural resource management.- Ch.14. Constructed Wetlands for Wastewater Treatment and Role of Wetlands in Water Quality Improvement and Filtration.- Ch.15. Monitoring and Assessment of Water Treatment in Wetlands.- Ch.16. Application of Remote Sensing in wetland Monitoring.- Ch.17. Legal Frameworks and Policies for Wetland Protection: International Conventions and Regulations.- Ch.18. Future Challenges and Opportunities for Wetland Conservation.
