Definition(s)
The manipulation of a former or degraded wetland's physical, chemical, or biological characteristics to return its natural functions. Restoration practices include: re-establishment, the rebuilding of a former wetland; and rehabilitation, and repairing the functions of a degraded wetland. (Source: US EPA, 2007).
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Broader: Land rehabilitation
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Strategic Plans:
Target 15.1
In other languages
French
restauration d’une zone humide
Russian(俄语)
восстановление водно-болотных угодий
Spanish
rehabilitación de humedales
Arabic(阿拉伯语)
استصلاح الأراضي الرطبة
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Multilateral environment agreements tagged with Wetland restoration
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Convention on Wetlands of International Importance especially as Waterfowl Habitat | 1 document |
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United Nations Environment Assembly | 1 decision |