Uploaded on 2017-03-10 by Marina

What ecosystem services do you have in and around your living area? a) Provisioning services Moscow River provides city with 60% of fresh water. Other 40% comes from far away through a specially built canal. Photo: Moscow River in the centre of Moscow b) Regulating services Although Moscow is a big megapolis, it is rich with greenery of all forms: from huge nature parks to small public gardens. Trees in these parks help to improve air quality and reduce temperature. Photo: Green area around the main building of Moscow State University c) Habitat or Supporting services Moscow has several natural reserves within its borders. They provide natural habitat for a variety of species and help to sustain genetic diversity. Photo: View from above on the natural reserve “Vorobyovy Gory” d) Cultural services Residents love to spend their free time in their local parks. This helps them to run away from everyday hustle and bustle of big city life. Different parks in different parts of a city become an important part of local identity. Photo: Kuskovo – former country estate, now a park within the city borders