Rivers, streams, lakes, and reservoirs aren't just scenic parts of our landscape—they're also vital engines for life on Earth ...

2 min read Freshwater ecosystems are essential for human survival, providing the majority of people's drinking water. The ecosystems are home to more than 40 percent of the world's fish species.

Freshwater is our most precious natural resource, but high demand and limited supply threaten freshwater ecosystems and ensure that human societies will be increasingly challenged by water scarcity ...

Freshwater ecosystems require adequate oxygen levels to sustain aerobic life and maintain healthy biological communities.

Microplastics disrupt photosynthesis, leading to global productivity losses. Findings stress the importance of addressing ...