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Glossary

The Glossary serves as a central resource for the technical terminology and concepts used throughout the Sponge Knowledge Platform. This section is designed to provide quick access to precise definitions of key terms related to natural water retention and sponge measures.

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  • Opportunity cost

    Value of those alternatives foregone when implementing a NWRM.
    Related terms Natural Water Retention Measure
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  • Opportunity map

    Opportunity map (OM) for water retention is a spatial representation of the potential for different types of Sponge Measures/NWRMs to be implemented in a particular area.

    Related terms Natural Water Retention Measure, Sponge Measure
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  • Overland flow areas in peatland forests

    Ditch blocking in managed peatland forests can be used to slow water and trap sediment after forest harvesting.
    Related terms Natural Water Retention Measure
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