TAG: colombo wetlands

Urban wetlands and the built environment: how Colombo’s green spaces enhance city life

February 2, 2024

Colombo must justify the renewal of its Ramsar Wetland City status this year. Has the city sufficiently utilized green infrastructure?

SundayTimes.lk: What’s next now that Colombo’s an official Wetland City?

November 30, 2018

International recognition for Colombo and the other newly named Wetland Cities brings both benefits and responsibilities.

Ramsar Convention COP13

October 25, 2018

Sri Lanka wins international recognition for valuable but threatened urban wetlands.

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