The Science Behind the Ribbon of Life: Why Vegetated Shoreline Buffers Matter webinar
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The Science Behind Vegetated Shoreland Buffers: Why the Ribbon of Life Matters
This document outlines the benefits of vegetated shoreland buffers and discusses why local decision makers, landowners, developers, and landscape professionals should maintain or restore native vegetation to achieve holistic protection for water front properties and ecosystems. Vegetated shoreland buffers, also known as the 'Ribbon of Life', are essential to the health and sustainability of Canada's fresh water. According to numerous scientific studies, the restoration and maintenance of vegetated shoreland buffers is widely promoted by scientists as an effective best-management practice for fresh water health. Unfortunately, the removal of native vegetation from shorelands has become a harmful and growing trend across Canada and is a major factor in the decline of water quality and wildlife communities (Hadley et al., 2013). Supporting healthy fresh water ecosystems will depend on policy makers and property owners making sustainable land-use decisions informed by scientific evidence. Using highly-cited and peer-reviewed scientific studies, this document outlines the benefits of vegetated shoreland buffers, and discusses why local decision makers, landowners, developers, and landscape professionals should maintain or restore native vegetation to achieve holistic protection for water front properties and ecosystems. The document also provides a comprehensive overview of the science behind vegetated shoreland buffers, including their role in protecting water quality, mitigating erosion, and providing habitat for wildlife. The document concludes by emphasizing the importance of maintaining or restoring vegetated shoreland buffers to protect water quality, mitigate erosion, and support biodiversity in Canada's fresh water ecosystems.
"The Science Behind the Ribbon of Life: Why Vegetated Shoreline Buffers Matter" webinar
The Ribbon of Life is a natural shield protecting freshwater lakes, rivers, and streams, mitigating erosion and protecting property values. It's a haven for wildlife and increases resilience to climate change.