A Sharper Look at the World’s Rivers and Catchments

Lehner et al.

Abstract:

Digital hydrographic maps have transformed global environmental studies and resource management. A major database update will provide even clearer and more complete views of Earth’s waterways.

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Lehner, B., Roth, A., Huber, M., Anand, M., Thieme, M. (2022) A Sharper Look at the World’s Rivers and Catchments. EOS 103.

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