ecosystems safeguarding the very water resources they seek to preserve . Some countries have mandated the protection of riparian zones, but implementation is low . Protecting terrestrial areas surrounding Lake Tanganyika benefited fish diversity . Afforestation reduces water availability but forest restoration and removing invasive plant species can increase water flows in regions facing water insecurity from climate change .
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Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability
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