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wetland conservation

One example of a costly nature-tampering project was done by the U .S . Army Corps of Engineers in the Everglades . In to control flooding and enhance development they had tamed the Everglades , but long term disadvantages had been seen and further costs are poured in to reverse and restore much of these wetlands as a natural habitat and way of flood control (See Wetland From Wikipedia

In a time of fast paced development , a development which has been associated with technology and urbanization , many wetlands have given space to buildings and

housing projects . Consider the Louisiana Purchase about two centuries ago wherein the United States bought 828 ,000 square miles of land west of the Mississippi River from France at a price of 15 million . It was described as one of the greatest real estate deal in history . Over 200 years later , America is losing its part on this purchase . This valuable wetland extends along Louisiana 's coast and is fast disappearing at a rate of 25-35 square miles per year

Considered as the seventh largest delta on earth , its ecological significance extends beyond the United States ' bs . Its collapse will adversely affect wildlife habitat and marine life . In addition about more than 25 of oil and gas that the nation consumes pass through Louisiana 's shore by barge , tanker , or pipeline . This is where energy is distributed for the entire eastern part of the country

The wetlands and barrier islands provide protection from hurricanes and storm surges for more than 2 million people located in the coastal zone It is currently contributing more than 15 billion to the nation 's commerce and national defense . If this land area continues to disappear oil and gas infrastructure in this coast becomes exposed to Gulf conditions . If ports , wells , pipelines , and levees...

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