Issue 21: Increased UV-B radiation as a result of ozone depletion

GIWA definition

This issue refers to increased UV-B flux as a result polar ozone depletion in recent decades.

Environmental impacts

1. Damage to flora and fauna at the water surface and sub-surface

2. Decrease of productivity

Indicators

The following are environmental impact indicators for increased uv-b radiation as a result of ozone depletion.

Select the environmental impact indicators that are relevant from the list below and input data into the appropriate indicator sheets.

BIO

Biological

CR

Coral reefs

EFF

Biological effects

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