Recognizing the critical importance and compounding crises faced by lakes, a special event to commemorate World Lake Day is being organized to elevate the global political and technical profile of sustainable lake management.
Lakes and reservoirs contain more than 90% of the world's liquid surface freshwater. They are the lifeblood of ecosystems, driving local economies, securing food and drinking water for billions, and regulating local climates. Despite their critical importance, lakes globally face unprecedented threats from pollution, agricultural runoff, climate-induced evaporation, and rapid biodiversity loss.
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