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Explore The Issues
episode 01 & 02
The Greenbelt
Environmental Benefits:
The Greenbelt naturally provides $3.2 billion per year in ecosystem services, including flood protection, storm water management and water purification.
78 species-at-risk make the Greenbelt their home.
The Greenbelt absorbs 71 million tons of carbon per year, the equivalent of 56.5 million cars.
Farming Benefits:
750,000 acres of farmland are protected.
Greenbelt Farmers received 68% more revenue per acre than the average Ontario farm.
Economic Benefits:
The Greenbelt creates $9.6 billion of economic impact every year.
Inside the Greenbelt, 177,700 jobs rely on land-based income.
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