(par 5.4.4.1) Riparian Areas Regulation (RAR)
Riparian Areas Regulation (RAR) http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/topic.page?id=FB284A0570084959BEBF55B9D4D4AEC2 Riparian areas link water to land. They border streams, lakes, and wetlands. The blend of streambed, water, trees, shrubs and grasses in a riparian area provides fish habitat, and directly influences it. Protecting riparian areas, while facilitating urban development that embraces high standards of environmental stewardship, is a priority for […]
(par 5.4.4.1) The importance of urban trees
http://isebindia.com/09-12/09-10-2.html By: Monika Koul* and A.K. Bhatnagar** Adequate tree cover is important for economic and ecological security. Experts recommend that at least a third of India’s geographical area should be tree clad for sustainable environment and economic development. The total forest cover of our country as per 2005 assessment is 677,088 km, constituting 20.6% of […]
(par 5.4.4.1) Green Belt Development Vital For Environmental Protection
Green Belt Development Vital For Environmental Protection https://sigmaearth.com/green-belt-development-vital-for-environmental-protection/ by Sigma Earth | Mar 2, 2023 | Environment, Trending What are Green Belts? A ‘greenbelt’ refers to undeveloped, natural, and/or agricultural lands surrounding urban areas. These lands can include farms, parks, ranches, open spaces, wildlands, or a combination. Greenbelts can include different types and scales of landscapes, such as wetlands, streams, recreational […]