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Ecosystem Services Approach Pilot on Wetlands: Integrated Assessment Report

The Government of Alberta Department of Environment and Water has been conducting a pilot project about using Ecosystem Services (ES) in land-use decision making processes. Ecosystem Services are the benefits that nature provides to people. The pilot project focussed on the wetlands of southern Alberta, specifically around the topic of residential subdivision development.  This report highlights the results of the pilot project, as a test to see if this tool can enhance the decision-making process.