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Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
ISBN 13 : 9289313714
Total Pages : 50 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (893 download)
Download or read book Aggregation of Indicators for Biological Diversity in the Nordic Countries written by and published by Nordic Council of Ministers. This book was released on 2006 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Bo Normander
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ISBN 13 : 9789289335461
Total Pages : 47 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (354 download)
Download or read book Aggregation of Indicators for Biological Diversity in Nordic Countries written by Bo Normander and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 47 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abstract: The Nordic countries have a common goal to halt the decline in biological diversity by 2010. Indicators and indices are important tools to describe the development in biodiversity and hence evaluate the 2010-target. At a workshop held in March 2006, the quality, availability and policy relevance of biodiversity data in the Nordic countries were evaluated. Available data differ between countries but it was agreed that the overall quality of the data allows the development of an aggregated index (and a set of indicators) that can describe the state of biodiversity in the Nordic countries. In a Nordic biodiversity index, quantity of biodiversity should be measured as total area of each habitat type, both inside and outside protected areas. Quality should be measured as species abundance and, when applicable, as species composition and/or habitat structure (e.g. dead wood). The index should be illustrative, easily understood and based on transparent calculations and assumptions.
Author : Bo Normander
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
ISBN 13 : 9289318252
Total Pages : 133 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (893 download)
Download or read book State of biodiversity in the Nordic countries written by Bo Normander and published by Nordic Council of Ministers. This book was released on 2009 with total page 133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Nordic countries have agreed on a common target to halt the decline in biodiversity by 2010. This report aims at evaluating the 2010-target by presenting indicators that can describe trends in biodiversity in the Nordic countries. Our results comprise the most comprehensive documentation of land use in the Nordic countries to date. The area of important nature types such as mire, grassland and heathland have decreased significantly over the past one to two decades, whereas the area of constructed habitats, including city areas and transport networks, has grown considerably in all of the Nordic countries. Each of these trends in land use will cause biodiversity to decline. Looking into the quality aspect of biodiversity, our results reveal that two-thirds of the quality indicators presented show declines and the remaining one-third show improvements (or steady-state). Overall, our results indicate that biodiversity has declined in the Nordic countries since 1990. In particular, farmland, mire, grassland and heathland habitats show declines in biodiversity, but also the remaining habitats show negative trends. Therefore, based on the findings from this study, we conclude that it is highly unlikely that the target of halting biodiversity loss by 2010 can be achieved by the Nordic countries. Our results should be perceived as a first attempt to make an overall assessment of biodiversity in the Nordic countries. We believe that if further efforts were directed towards scrutinising existing and historic monitoring programmes and data sources, additional indicators could be calculated and hence a better knowledge base would be achieved.
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ISBN 13 : 9789289332842
Total Pages : 130 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (328 download)
Download or read book State of Biodiversity in the Nordic Countries written by and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abstract: The Nordic countries have agreed on a common target to halt the decline in biodiversity by 2010. This report aims at evaluating the 2010-target by presenting indicators that can describe trends in biodiversity in the Nordic countries. Our results comprise the most comprehensive documentation of land use in the Nordic countries to date. The area of important nature types such as mire, grassland and heathland have decreased significantly over the past one to two decades, whereas the area of constructed habitats, including city areas and transport networks, has grown considerably in all of the Nordic countries. Each of these trends in land use will cause biodiversity to decline. Looking into the quality aspect of biodiversity, our results reveal that two-thirds of the quality indicators presented show declines and the remaining one-third show improvements (or steady-state). Overall, our results indicate that biodiversity has declined in the Nordic countries since 1990. In particular, farmland, mire, grassland and heathland habitats show declines in biodiversity, but also the remaining habitats show negative trends. Therefore, based on the findings from this study, we conclude that it is highly unlikely that the target of halting biodiversity loss by 2010 can be achieved by the Nordic countries. Our results should be perceived as a first attempt to make an overall assessment of biodiversity in the Nordic countries. We believe that if further efforts were directed towards scrutinising existing and historic monitoring programmes and data sources, additional indicators could be calculated and hence a better knowledge base would be achieved
Author : Steffen Brøgger-Jensen
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
ISBN 13 : 9289355964
Total Pages : 104 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (893 download)
Download or read book Biodiversity and economic modelling: written by Steffen Brøgger-Jensen and published by Nordic Council of Ministers. This book was released on 2018-10-11 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is it posible linking biodiversity to macro economic models, thereby increasing our understanding of how economic activities affect biodiversity – et vice versa? It is the key question that this report aims at answering on the basis of existing statistics, indicators and models in the Scandinavian countries. The economic sectors identified as relevant for biodiversity are: agriculture; forestry; fishery; tourism; transport; and energy (especially, hydropower). The main pressure types analysed include: habitat loss and degradation; climate change; excessive nutrient load and other forms of pollution; over-exploitation and unsustainable use; and invasive alien species. A set of recommendations for further work are made focusing on impacts of economic activities on biodiversity.
Author : Geoff Groom
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
ISBN 13 : 9789289306089
Total Pages : 136 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (6 download)
Download or read book Strategic Landscape Monitoring for the Nordic Countries written by Geoff Groom and published by Nordic Council of Ministers. This book was released on 2001 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
ISBN 13 : 9289324465
Total Pages : 293 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (893 download)
Download or read book Socio-economic importance of ecosystem services in the Nordic Countries written by and published by Nordic Council of Ministers. This book was released on 2012 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Maria Schultz
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
ISBN 13 : 9289345640
Total Pages : 201 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (893 download)
Download or read book Framing a Nordic IPBES-like Study written by Maria Schultz and published by Nordic Council of Ministers. This book was released on 2015 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
ISBN 13 : 9789289300384
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (3 download)
Download or read book Indicators of the State of the Environment in the Nordic Countries written by and published by Nordic Council of Ministers. This book was released on 1997 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Nordic Council of Ministers
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
ISBN 13 : 9289314109
Total Pages : 72 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (893 download)
Download or read book Measuring Sustainability and Decoupling written by Nordic Council of Ministers and published by Nordic Council of Ministers. This book was released on 2006 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is growing interest among policymakers for the prospects of decoupling economic growth from environmental degradation, in order to achieve improved environmental quality without compromising economic growth. However, whilst decoupling indicators give a reasonably good measure for potential or progress towards sustainability, decoupling is neither a sufficient nor a necessary condition for sustainability. Decoupling indicators, unlike many other statistical efforts related to the environment, are not meant to summarise the general state of the environment, but rather to measure countries' progress towards mitigating or alleviating particular environmental pressures from relevant driving forces.
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Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
ISBN 13 : 9289317299
Total Pages : 79 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (893 download)
Download or read book Connectivity of nature in the Nordic countries (CONNOR) written by and published by Nordic Council of Ministers. This book was released on 2007 with total page 79 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Einar Dahl
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118496515
Total Pages : 361 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (184 download)
Download or read book Global Challenges in Integrated Coastal Zone Management written by Einar Dahl and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-12-18 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Growing pressure from increasingly diverse human activities coupled with climate change impacts threaten the functional integrity of coastal ecosystems around the globe. A multi-disciplinary approach towards understanding drivers, pressures and impacts in the coastal zone requires effective integration of data and information in policy and management, combining expertise from nature and social science, to reach a balanced and sustainable development of the coastal zone. This important book comprises the proceedings of The International Symposium on Integrated Coastal Zone Management, which took place in Arendal, Norway between 3-7 July 2011. The main objective of the Symposium was to present current knowledge and to address issues on advice and management related to the coastal zone. The major themes of papers included in this book are: Coastal habitats and ecosystem services Adaptation/mitigation to change in coastal systems Coastal governance Linking science and management Comprising a huge wealth of information, this timely and well-edited volume is essential reading for all those involved in coastal zone management around the globe. All libraries in research establishments and universities where marine, aquatic and environmental sciences, and fisheries and aquatic sciences are studied and taught will need copies of this important volume on their shelves.
Author : Hagen, Dagmar
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
ISBN 13 : 9289346485
Total Pages : 102 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (893 download)
Download or read book Restoration priorities and strategies written by Hagen, Dagmar and published by Nordic Council of Ministers. This book was released on 2016-10-06 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Restoration is a tool to achieve several of the strategic targets of The Convention on Biological Diversity from 2010. Currently, there is no standard for how to set priorities for restoration. The aim of this project was to exchange knowledge between the Nordic countries and Estonia regarding experiences of restoration and priority setting with a landscape perspective. Using case examples, the project explores and discusses approaches for setting priorities, and suggests possible ways of improved approaches for prioritization. This includes how to improve Green Infrastructure and measures for protection of species and habitats in fragmented landscapes. The case examples use different approaches, and provide ideas, reflections and take-home messages to enhance future prioritization. This report show that there is a need for greater emphasis on the prioritization aspects of restoration.
Author : Schultz, Maria
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
ISBN 13 : 9289345659
Total Pages : 198 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (893 download)
Download or read book Framing a Nordic IPBES-like study written by Schultz, Maria and published by Nordic Council of Ministers. This book was released on 2016-06-02 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Natural resource depletion and adverse impacts from environmental degradation, including loss of biodiversity and ecosystem services and their associated knowledge, add to and exacerbate the list of challenges which humanity faces. In order to address these challenges, policy makers need credible and independent information that take into account the complex relationships between biodiversity, ecosystem services and people. To meet these needs the "Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services" (IPBES) was established in 2012. Its purpose is to assess the state of the planet's biodiversity, its ecosystems and essential services they provide for human well-being. This report is the result of an introductory and scoping study, laying the foundation for a Nordic Assessment of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services based on IPBES methods and procedures.
Author : Rasmus Ejrnæs
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
ISBN 13 : 9289311320
Total Pages : 81 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (893 download)
Download or read book Valuation of Habitats for Conservation written by Rasmus Ejrnæs and published by Nordic Council of Ministers. This book was released on 2005-03-18 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
ISBN 13 : 926409847X
Total Pages : 204 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (64 download)
Download or read book OECD Environmental Performance Reviews: Norway 2011 written by OECD and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2011-05-19 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This 2011 review of Norway's environmental conditions and policies evaluates progress in sustainable development, improving natural resource management, integrating environmental and economic policies, and strengthening international co-operation.
Author : G.Kristin Rosendal
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9780792363750
Total Pages : 344 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (637 download)
Download or read book The Convention on Biological Diversity and Developing Countries written by G.Kristin Rosendal and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2000-05-31 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Target-audience for this monograph is policy- and decision-makers, political scientists, lawyers and environmentalists engaged in development assistance work, as well as academia in general and the biotechnology industry."--BOOK JACKET.
