Het verhaal van het herstel van waterwegen

Informatie over dit Wetenschapsverhaal

Bronnen: 21 Geschikte leeftijden: 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
Onderwerpen: Duurzame hulpbronnen, Biodiversiteit, Zoet water, Ecosysteemdiensten, Vervuiling door voedingsstoffen

Doelstellingen en Uitkomsten

Understand why waterways, such as rivers, have been altered and the ecological and social consequences of these changes .
Recognise the benefits of restoring natural areas around waterways for both people and wildlife .
Analyse arguments for and against river restoration, considering different perspectives .
Evaluate solutions that balance ecological, social, and economic needs, and engage in thoughtful debate about trade-offs .

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Maak kennis met het team

De wetenschappers/docenten achter dit Wetenschapsverhaal:

Name: Amy Kenworthy.
Role: Presenter/ Science Communicator .
About: Amy is a project manager and science communicator with experience managing international projects that address various pressures on the marine environment. She also develops and delivers ocean literacy activities for schools and diverse audiences .

Achtergrond

Rivers are vital for people, plants, and animals .
Humans have changed rivers for thousands of years to help with farming, energy, and transportation but can harm wildlife and natural habitats.
Restoration aims to bring rivers closer to their natural state and helps fish, birds, and other wildlife. It can also reduce flooding and improve water quality .
Understanding human impacts on rivers and the ecosystems that rely on them helps us make better choices for the future .
Learning about restoration shows how humans and nature can work together .

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