What does my ecosystem do for me?

Peoples’ lives depend on safe food,

drinkable water and breathable air. 

The environment provides the raw materials that make our everyday lives possible, including:

-    Food to eat

-    Fiber to produce goods

-    Fuel for energy

-    Fresh water to drink

Natural systems also regulate our environment to make it livable.  They help: 

-    Moderate the climate

-    Maintain and purify water supplies

-    Control erosion

1. -   Provide storm protection.
   

                                            -    Provides learning opportunities

                                            -    Offers beautiful scenery and creates a sense of place

                                            -   Gives us an enjoyable place to live, work and play

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