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The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the intricate relationship between urban environments and the crucial function of wetland ecosystems in enhancing the resilience of cities worldwide. This literary work provides an extensive examination of the various aspects involved in urban wetlands, focusing on their ecological, socio-economic, and climatic importance within the ever-changing landscape of rapid urban growth. This study thoroughly examines the role of these often-underestimated natural habitats as crucial contributors in the mitigation of diverse environmental hazards, such as flood control, water purification, and protection against the effects of climate change. Additionally, these habitats provide essential ecosystem services that are vital for the welfare of urban communities. By incorporating a range of viewpoints, examining specific instances, and drawing upon interdisciplinary investigations, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of novel approaches, flexible management methods, and successful policy structures that are essential for the seamless integration of urban wetlands into sustainable urban planning. This integration is vital for promoting resilience in cities situated in various geographical and socio-cultural contexts.
With contributions from leading experts and practitioners in the field, the book is a valuable resource for academics, policymakers, urban planners, environmental professionals, community stakeholders, and students interested in advancing knowledge and practice at the intersection of wetland conservation and urban resilience.
Contents
Part I. Introduction.- Chapter 1. Understanding Wetlands and their Role in Urban Resilience.- Chapter 2. Decolonizing the Research Narrative: From "Drain the Swamps" to "Water Back" Movement.- Part II. Managing the Wetlands: Strategies for Conservation.- Chapter 3. Towards Sustainable Wetland Management: Addressing Policy and Implementation Challenges in Urban India.- Chapter 4. Conservation Challenges of Wetlands in Upper Assam.- Chapter 5. Safeguarding Deepor Beel: Analyzing Legal Tools for Urban Resilience and Wetland Preservation.- Part III. The Resilient City: Exploring Urban Wetlands and Climate Resilience.- Chapter 6. Urban Wetlands as Green Infrastructure for Sustainable Cities.- Chapter 7. Plant Diversity Assessment as a Robust Approach to Measuring Wetland Ecosystem Stability: A Case Study in and around Rudrasagar Lake, a Ramsar Site in North-East India.- Chapter 8. Policy Regulation and Innovative Strategies for Overcoming Contemporary Challenges to Combat Climate Crisis by Sustainable Approach Towards Urban Wetland Ecosystem.- Chapter 9. Unpacking the Role of Urban Wetlands In Urban Resilience and Sustainable Transitions: An Expose from the City of Harare in Zimbabwe.- Chapter 10. Assessment of Water Quality and Pollution Dynamics in Sagardighi: An Urban Wetland of West Bengal.- Chapter 11. Transformed Wetlands and Urban Resilience: A Case Study from Jiadhal Wetlands, Dhemaji, Assam, India.- Part IV. The Hidden Treasures: Unveiling the Socioeconomic Benefits of Urban Wetlands.- Chapter 12. Assessment of Eutrophication and Its Impact on Human Health Impacts: A Case Study of Barasat City.- Chapter 13. Urban Wetland Unveiling the Socioeconomic Benefit and Socio-Cultural Significance: Reference to Five Different Case Studies.- Chapter 14. Social and Cultural Significance of Urban Wetlands.- Chapter 15. Environment and Community Conflict Management: Exploring the Scope of Community Engagement as an Efficient Measure to Localized Common-Pool Resource (CPR) Management in Halti Beel, Bangladesh.- Part V. Challenges and Future Perspectives of Urban Wetlands.- Chapter 16. Integration of Wetland and Urban Resilience to Conserve Fireflies (Coleoptera: Lampyridae: Luciolinae): A Potential Tool for Ecotourism Development and Environmental Monitoring at the Urban Wetland- Terrestrial Interfaces.- Chapter 17. Challenges and Opportunities in Managing Urban Wetlands for Resilience in Harare Metropolitan Province, Zimbabwe.- Chapter 18. Integrating Wetlands into Urban Planning for Resilience of Cities - A Pathway to the Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals.- Chapter 19. An Integrated Approach to the Planning and Management of a Peri-Urban Wetland: A Case Study of Chatra Beel, English Bazar, Malda District, West Bengal.- Chapter 20. Synergistic Impact of Urbanization of Kolkata Metropolitan and East Kolkata Wetlands on the Mangrove-Estuarine Complex of Sundarbans, India.- Chapter 21. Integrating Science, Policy, and Stakeholder Engagement in Wetland Conservation: Strategies for Effective Management and Sustainable Outcomes.- Chapter 22. Urban Resilience and Water Security: A Synthesis of Wetland Strategies.
