Event: Philippines: Wetland Ecosystem Services Workshop Key Takeaways 30 June 2023 Author / Speaker Anson Tagtag View File The 4-day training workshop highlighted the necessity for a comprehensive assessment of wetland ecosystem services for better informed decisions and building a strong case for wetland site interventions. The participants were presented useful tools for ecosystem services assessment including TESSA, InVEST, and RAWES—all of which may be used or adapted in wetland sites. TESSA is particularly useful as it can be used even by non-technical persons and relies on meaningful stakeholder engagement and partnerships. The exposure trip to Balanga Wetland and Nature Park highlights the importance of a strong government-people synergy in linking up conservation efforts with socio-economic needs of the people. Disclaimer The views expressed on this website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) or its Board of Governors or the governments they represent. ADB does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this publication and accepts no responsibility for any consequence of their use. By making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area, or by using the term “country” in this document, ADB does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area. Download Topics Agriculture and Natural Resources Climate Change Environment