Abstract
The analysis of coastal and marine ecosystems is a complex issue. The paper suggests that the policy analysis undertaken to appraise the an environmental project, policy or programme, should be supported by an ecosystem services approach for the valuation of ecosystem services and benefits. The use of such an approach for coastal and marine Mediterranean ecosystems is examined. Although constrained by uncertainties surrounding scale and spatial issues, and the nonlinearity and thresholds problem, a valuation of the Mediterranean Sea benefits can be undertaken. This can form an important component of a decision support system guided by sustainability objectives.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages | 65-71 |
| Publication status | Published - 2008 |
| Event | CIESM 2008: Economic valuation of natural coastal and marine ecosystems - Bodrum, Turkey Duration: 22 Oct 2008 → 25 Oct 2008 |
Conference
| Conference | CIESM 2008: Economic valuation of natural coastal and marine ecosystems |
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| City | Bodrum, Turkey |
| Period | 22/10/08 → 25/10/08 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 14 Life Below Water
Keywords
- Environment and Resource Economics
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