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Science Matters Articles related to Ecosystems Research

EPA researchers are exploring and quantifying how natural systems contribute to community health and stability, underpin the economy, and help protect public health. This research is helping communities and decision makers across the nation account for the many benefits that ecosystems provide and calculate the long term risks and benefits of their decisions.