Flood prevention benefits provided by Canadian natural ecosystems
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Highlights: Key ecosystems safeguard 54% of built-up areas and 74% of cropland in floodplains. Identified areas directly benefit 3.7 million and indirectly benefit 20.1 million Canadians. Found 10% of flood-preventing ecosystems whose loss would significantly increase runoff. Click here to read the story.
Highlights: Key ecosystems safeguard 54% of built-up areas and 74% of cropland in floodplains. Identified areas directly benefit 3.7 million and indirectly benefit 20.1 million Canadians. Found 10% of flood-preventing ecosystems whose loss would significantly increase runoff. Click here to read the story.