The Economics Of Ecosystems And Biodiversity In Local And Regional Policy And Management

Author : Heidi Wittmer,Haripriya Gundimeda
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2012-05-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781136344596

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The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity in Local and Regional Policy and Management by Heidi Wittmer,Haripriya Gundimeda Pdf

In this volume of the TEEB (The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity) publication series, the key concepts of the project are applied to local and regional policy and public management. The aim is to show that by taking nature's benefits into account, decision makers can promote local development to ensure human well-being and economic growth and stability, while maintaining environmental sustainability. The book explores the potential for local development provided by an approach based on nature. It offers examples of successful implementation of this approach from across the world, highlighting the importance of local decision making in management and planning. It provides tools and practical guidance for reform, and throughout the volume the economic benefits of environmental consideration at a local level are expounded. This book is intended to offer inspiration and practical suggestions for the improvement and sustainable management of the environment and human well-being. The local aspect of this book complements the focus of the previous three volumes, completing the set to provide a comprehensive approach to simultaneously improving and maintaining economic and environmental stability, as well as human well-being.

Author : Pushpam Kumar
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 455 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-20
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781136538797

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The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity: Ecological and Economic Foundations by Pushpam Kumar Pdf

Human well-being relies critically on ecosystem services provided by nature. Examples include water and air quality regulation, nutrient cycling and decomposition, plant pollination and flood control, all of which are dependent on biodiversity. They are predominantly public goods with limited or no markets and do not command any price in the conventional economic system, so their loss is often not detected and continues unaddressed and unabated. This in turn not only impacts human well-being, but also seriously undermines the sustainability of the economic system. It is against this background that TEEB: The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity project was set up in 2007 and led by the United Nations Environment Programme to provide a comprehensive global assessment of economic aspects of these issues. This book, written by a team of international experts, represents the scientific state of the art, providing a comprehensive assessment of the fundamental ecological and economic principles of measuring and valuing ecosystem services and biodiversity, and showing how these can be mainstreamed into public policies. This volume and subsequent TEEB outputs will provide the authoritative knowledge and guidance to drive forward the biodiversity conservation agenda for the next decade.

Author : Heidi Wittmer,Haripriya Gundimeda
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781849712521

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The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity in Local and Regional Policy and Management by Heidi Wittmer,Haripriya Gundimeda Pdf

Human well-being is dependent upon 'ecosystem services' provided by nature for free, such as water and air purification, fisheries, timber and nutrient cycling. These are predominantly public goods with no markets and no prices, so their loss is often not detected by our current economic incentive system and therefore continues unabated. A variety of pressures resulting from population growth, changing diets, urbanisation, climate change and many other factors is causing biodiversity to decline and ecosystems to be degraded. The world's.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : UNEP/Earthprint
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2024-05-19
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity for Local and Regional Policy Makers by Anonim Pdf

Author : Patrick ten Brink
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 530 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2012-09-10
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781136538728

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The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity in National and International Policy Making by Patrick ten Brink Pdf

The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB) study is a major international initiative drawing attention to local, national and global economic benefits of biodiversity, to highlight the growing costs of biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation, the benefits of investing in natural capital, and to draw together expertise from the fields of science, economics and policy to enable practical actions. Drawing on a team of more than one hundred authors and reviewers, this book demonstrates the value of ecosystems and biodiversity to the economy, society and individuals. It underlines the urgency of strategic policy making and action at national and international levels, and presents a rich evidence base of policies and instruments in use around the world and a wide range of innovative solutions. It highlights the need for new public policy to reflect the appreciation that public goods and social benefits are often overlooked and that we need a transition to decision making which integrates the many values of nature across policy sectors. It explores the range of instruments to reward those offering ecosystem service benefits, such as water provision and climate regulation. It looks at fiscal and regulatory instruments to reduce the incentives of those running down our natural capital, and at reforming subsidies such that they respond to current and future priorities. The authors also consider two major areas of investment in natural capital - protected areas and investment in restoration. Overall the book underlines the needs and ways to transform our approach to natural capital, and demonstrates how we can practically take into account the value of ecosystems and biodiversity in policy decisions - at national and international levels - to promote the protection of our environment and contribute to a sustainable economy and to the wellbeing of societies.

Author : Dieter Helm,Cameron Hepburn
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 437 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780199676880

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Nature in the Balance by Dieter Helm,Cameron Hepburn Pdf

This book addresses the economic and policy issues involved in biodiversity protection. It brings together conceptual and empirical work on valuation, international agreements, the policy instruments, and the institutions.

Author : Sander Jacobs,Nicolas Dendoncker,Hans Keune
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-11
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780124199804

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Ecosystem Services by Sander Jacobs,Nicolas Dendoncker,Hans Keune Pdf

Ecosystem Services: Global Issues, Local Practices covers scientific input, socioeconomic considerations, and governance issues on ecosystem services. This book provides hands-on transdisciplinary reflections by administrators and sector representatives involved in the ecosystem service community. Ecosystem Services develops shared approaches and scientific methods to achieve knowledge-based sustainable planning and management of ecosystem services. Professionals engaged in ecosystem service implementation have two options: de-emphasize the ecological and socioeconomic complexity and advance in the theoretical, abstract field, or try to develop research that is policy relevant and inclusive in an uncertain environment. This book provides a wide overview of issues at stake, of interest for any professional wishing to develop a broader view on ecosystem service science and practice. Examines a broad scope of relevant issues to create common understanding in the ecosystem services community Includes contributions from several backgrounds, providing a broad, multidisciplinary view Offers recommendations to develop a thorough understanding and management of ecosystem services based on tools and research in larger territories as well as on local scales

Author : Joshua Bishop
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2013-06-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781136497124

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The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity in Business and Enterprise by Joshua Bishop Pdf

This book is a product of the TEEB study (The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity). It provides important evidence of growing corporate concern about biodiversity loss and offers examples of how leading companies are taking action to conserve biodiversity and to restore ecosystems. This book reviews indicators and drivers of biodiversity loss and ecosystem decline, and shows how these present both risks and opportunities to all businesses. It examines the changing preferences of consumers for nature-friendly products and services, and offers examples of how companies are responding. The book also describes recent initiatives to enable businesses to measure, value and report their impacts and dependencies on biodiversity and ecosystem services. The authors review a range of practical tools to manage biodiversity risks in business, with examples of how companies are using these tools to reduce costs, protect their brands and deliver real business value. The book also explores the emergence of new business models that deliver biodiversity benefits and ecosystem services on a commercial basis, the policy enabling frameworks needed to stimulate investment and entrepreneurship to realize such opportunities, and the obstacles that must be overcome. The book further examines how businesses can align their actions in relation to biodiversity and ecosystem services with other corporate responsibility initiatives, including community engagement and poverty reduction. Finally, the book concludes with a summary and recommendations for action.

Author : Paulo A L D Nunes,Pushpam Kumar,Tom Dedeurwaerdere
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 6008 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2014-06-27
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781781951514

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Handbook on the Economics of Ecosystem Services and Biodiversity by Paulo A L D Nunes,Pushpam Kumar,Tom Dedeurwaerdere Pdf

In recent years, there has been a marked proliferation in the literature on economic approaches to ecosystem management, which has created a subsequent need for real understanding of the scope and the limits of the economic approaches to ecosystems and

Author : Marianne Kettunen,Patrick ten Brink
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-05
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781136213090

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Social and Economic Benefits of Protected Areas by Marianne Kettunen,Patrick ten Brink Pdf

Protected areas (PAs) contain biodiversity and ecosystems of high conservation value. In addition, these areas provide a range of benefits, both direct and indirect, to our societies and economies, i.e. so called ecosystem services. These services include, for example, an ecosystem's ability to regulate floods and climate, purify water, secure the pollination of crops, and create opportunities for recreation, culture and tourism. This book offers a comprehensive introduction to the socio-economic benefits of PAs and PA networks and provides step-by-step practical guidance on identifying, assessing and valuing the various ecosystem services and related benefits provided by PAs. It also aims to improve the communication of PA benefits to different stakeholders and the general public. It is shown that identifying and valuing the socio-economic benefits of PAs can be beneficial for several reasons. Demonstrating socio-economic importance of a protected site can significantly increase political and stakeholder support for the site and resolve conflicts between different interest groups. This can lead to positive changes in policies and decision-making. Insights on PA benefits are also needed to identify a combination of actions and land use practices that best support the sustainable and equitable utilisation of these benefits, while retaining a site’s conservation goals. Finally, demonstrating different benefits can help to discover alternative and sustainable sources for financing the management of PAs.

Author : Ian D. Rotherham
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2020-04-28
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780429799525

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Peatlands by Ian D. Rotherham Pdf

This book provides an introduction to peatlands for the non-specialist student reader and for all those concerned about environmental protection, and is an essential guide to peatland history and heritage for scientists and enthusiasts. Peat is formed when vegetation partially decays in a waterlogged environment and occurs extensively throughout both temperate and tropical regions. Interest in peatlands is currently high due to the degradation of global peatlands which is disrupting hydrology and contributing to greenhouse gas emissions. This book opens by explaining how peat is formed, its properties and worldwide distribution, and defines related terms such as mires, wetlands, bogs and marshes. There is discussion of the ecology and wildlife of peatlands as well as their ability to preserve pollen and organic remains as environmental archives. It also addresses the history, heritage and cultural exploitation of peat, extending back to pre-Roman times, and the degradation of peatlands over the centuries, particularly as a source of fuel but more recently for commercial horticulture. Other chapters discuss the ecosystem services delivered by peatlands, and how their destruction is contributing to biodiversity loss, flooding or drought, and climate change. Finally, the many current peatland restoration projects around the world are highlighted. Overall the book provides a wide-ranging but concise overview of peatlands from both a natural and social science perspective, and will be invaluable for students of ecology, geography, environmental studies and history.

Author : K N Ninan
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2014-08-29
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781781955161

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Valuing Ecosystem Services by K N Ninan Pdf

This thought provoking book draws together prominent international authorities to discuss the key methodological issues and challenges in valuing ecosystem services. Covering a cross-section of ecosystems and services in different sites, countries and

Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2019-12-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789264597044

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Biodiversity: Finance and the Economic and Business Case for Action by OECD Pdf

This report sets the economic and business case for urgent and ambitious action on biodiversity. It presents a preliminary assessment of current biodiversity-related finance flows, and discusses the key data and indicator gaps that need to be addressed to underpin effective monitoring of both the pressures on biodiversity and the actions (i.e. responses) being implemented. The report concludes with ten priority areas where G7 and other countries can prioritise their efforts.

Author : Joan Martínez-Alier,Roldan Muradian
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2015-09-25
Category : BUSINESS & ECONOMICS
ISBN : 9781783471416

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Handbook of Ecological Economics by Joan Martínez-Alier,Roldan Muradian Pdf

This Handbook provides an overview of major current debates, trends and perspectives in ecological economics. It covers a wide range of issues, such as the foundations of ecological economics, deliberative methods, the de-growth movement, ecological macroeconomics, social metabolism, environmental governance, consumer studies, knowledge systems and new experimental approaches. Written by leading authors in their respective areas of specialisation, the contributions systematize the “state of the art” in the selected topics, and draw insights about new knowledge frontiers.

Author : Harpinder Sandhu
Publisher : Springer
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2017-03-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319539676

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Ecosystem Functions and Management by Harpinder Sandhu Pdf

This is the first book to provide vital information on key local ecosystems, their functions, state of health, and their role in development in an Asian context, particularly on the Indian subcontinent. It addresses six major ecosystems on the Indian subcontinent – mountain, rural, desert, forest, urban, and freshwater – and discusses their functions, how they support livelihoods and the economy, the impacts on ecosystem services, and management issues. Asia is home to nearly one third of the global population. With massive industrialization occurring at an increasing pace to support the lifestyles of a growing population, impacts on natural ecosystems are inevitable in this region. The book also explores the concepts, theory and practice regarding these key ecosystems by linking them with the livelihoods of a large population base and subsequently illustrating their importance for sustainable development in the region. Further, by suggesting policies and ways in which these systems can be maintained and enhanced, it facilitates better management of natural resources within the ecological constraints to achieve socio-economic objectives and move towards a green economy for sustainable and equitable development in the region.