The restoration of Loch Leven, Scotland, UK

The restoration of Loch Leven, Scotland, UK

This paper reviews the progress made towards the restoration of Loch Leven, the largest lake in lowland Scotland, over the last 20 years. In particular, the importance of direct regulation and of setting water quality objectives and targets is examined. Various means of engaging with stakeholders an...

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Veröffentlicht in:Water science and technology 2006-01, Vol.53 (10), p.183-191
Hauptverfasser: D'Arcy, B J, May, L, Long, J, Fozzard, I R, Greig, S, Brachet, A
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Algae
Aquatic ecosystems
Aquatic plants
Catchment area
Conservation of Natural Resources
Eutrophication
Fresh Water - analysis
Freshwater
Lakes
Pesticides
Pesticides - analysis
Phosphorus
Phosphorus - analysis
Pollutants
Restoration
Scotland
Sediments
Textiles
Waste Disposal, Fluid
Water Pollutants, Chemical - analysis
Water Pollution - prevention & control
Water quality
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Zusammenfassung:This paper reviews the progress made towards the restoration of Loch Leven, the largest lake in lowland Scotland, over the last 20 years. In particular, the importance of direct regulation and of setting water quality objectives and targets is examined. Various means of engaging with stakeholders and the general public are also considered. Success criteria and catchment management initiatives are described and briefly reviewed.
ISSN:0273-1223
1996-9732
DOI:10.2166/wst.2006.311