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What is the term used to refer to the multitude of water-related benefits that forests provide to society?
How much water do European forests provide to European citizens annually?
What percentage of European lakes are located in forested catchments?
How do forests contribute to the management of water quantity and quality?
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Which Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) do forests contribute to by ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages?
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What is one of the challenges for forest managers in maximizing forest benefits while conserving water resources?
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How does afforestation and reforestation contribute to the regulation of water flow and maintenance of water quality?
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How do different harvesting regimes impact water resource security?
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What is a potential negative impact of unmanaged or overstocked forests in terms of downstream water supply?
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How does maintaining a good tree cover with healthy undergrowth contribute to improving or maintaining good water quality in a forest area?
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