Indicator 7
Description: This indicator tracks the total amount of wetland areas lost and conserved, including any areas that have been restored, by wetland type by location for analysis by land use zoning; i.e., zoned agriculture vs. other zoned areas.
Data Source: Environment and Protected Areas – Alberta / Member Municipality
Updated / Frequency: 2022 / bi-annually
Policy Area: Natural Living Systems
Purpose: To assess the effectiveness of regional environmental policies aimed at conserving and restoring these critical ecosystems, which are vital for biodiversity and water quality, by measuring changes in wetland areas.
Current Trends: Recent data reveal variations in wetland conservation efforts: some areas have seen improvements due to restoration projects, while others continue to experience losses from development pressures. This metric is useful for tracking progress toward sustainability goals and evaluating the impact of regulatory measures