Capturing the complexity of biodiversity: A critical review of economic valuation studies of biological diversity

Bartkowski, Bartosz; Lienhoop, Nele; Hansjürgens, Bernd

doi:10.1016/j.ecolecon.2015.02.023

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“…As this paper answers the research questions and tests for the hypotheses in an exploratory approach, we do not have a priori assumptions about the direction of each test. For instance, if 3D presentation contain more information and offer a more comprehensive spatial perception of landscape changes, respondents may state a higher travel frequency and a higher WTP in the 3D group, as several studies showed that an increased level of information may also lead to a higher willingness-to-pay (e.g., [24][25][26][27]). …”

Section: Development Scenarios Of Alpine Pastures and Testable Hypothmentioning

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2D Versus 3D: The Relevance of the Mode of Presentation for the Economic Valuation of an Alpine Landscape

2016

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Abstract:In order to value the transformation of landscapes from an economic perspective, survey respondents are usually presented with pictures of various landscapes with the aim to visualize differences in their appearance. The current paper presents a classroom experiment ascertaining differences, and potential advantages and disadvantages, of 2D versus 3D (stereoscopic) presentations of landscape changes. The landscape to be valued was a traditional Alpine pasture in the Austrian Alps as a prominent example of natural and cultural heritage (traditional economy and specific ecology). Two alternative scenarios included, on the one hand, changes in agricultural uses, leading to natural afforestation (reforestation) and decay of existing infrastructure (e.g., hiking trails). On the other hand, significantly extended tourism infrastructure (e.g., new attractions for visitors) was presented. Two groups were presented manipulated pictures (2D/non-stereoscopic), and 3D (stereoscopic) presentations with 3D glasses, respectively. Both groups were then asked for their perception of landscape changes. It turns out that significant differences between the two groups could be detected in terms of the frequency of vacations at Alpine pastures. For instance, respondents in the 3D stereoscopic group stated a significantly higher frequency of trips. However, on the other hand, they did not state a significantly different willingness-to-pay to prevent landscape changes disadvantageous in terms of sustainability. The study results thus suggest that the mode of presentation may affect the valuation of landscape changes depending on the valuation instrument.

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Section: Development Scenarios Of Alpine Pastures and Testable Hypothmentioning

confidence: 99%

2D Versus 3D: The Relevance of the Mode of Presentation for the Economic Valuation of an Alpine Landscape

2016

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“…Pearce & Moran (1994) define DSS for analysis and evaluation of forest ecosystem services biodiversity as genetic, species and ecosystem diversity. The literature contains several examples of forest biodiversity analyses for each of these categories (see Bartkowski et al 2015 for a literature review). It is harder to complete a dynamic analysis of this component in one or more forest life cycles (Uggla et al 2016).…”

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A Decision Support System for trade-off analysis and dynamic evaluation of forest ecosystem services

Sacchelli¹

2018

iForest

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This paper presents an open-source Decision Support System (DSS) able to quantify the economic value of forest ecosystem services and their dynamic trade-offs. Provisioning, regulation and support services, as well as cultural services, can be evaluated by the model. Best management forestry practices can be identified by optimizing specific objective functions, e.g., maximizing the economic value or identifying the ideal rotation period. The model was applied to a silver fir (Abies alba Mill.) stand in central Italy as a case study. Results show the importance of economic parameters (e.g., discount rate) and management practices (e.g., presence/absence of silvicultural thinning) in defining forest values. The main strengths and weaknesses of the DSS are discussed in light of its potential for application in the sector of Payment for Ecosystem Services.

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“…Given the inherent complexity of biodiversity and the services which the ecosystems provide as a consequence of their biodiversity (see, for example, Heip, 2003;Bartkowski et al, 2015;Farnsworth et al, 2015), it is imperative to depict these into one or more simple conceptual models. There are many ways to view marine systems, depending on the questions asked, the management goals set and typically, as with any complex system, disaggregating the various levels of complexity allows us to better understand each of the components and their major interactions (Brooks et al, 2016).…”

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What Is Marine Biodiversity? Towards Common Concepts and Their Implications for Assessing Biodiversity Status

Cochrane

Andersen²,

Berg

et al. 2016

Front. Mar. Sci.

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Biodiversity' is one of the most common keywords used in environmental sciences, spanning from research to management, nature conservation, and consultancy. Despite this, our understanding of the underlying concepts varies greatly, between and within disciplines as well as among the scientists themselves. Biodiversity can refer to descriptions or assessments of the status and condition of all or selected groups of organisms, from the genetic variability, to the species, populations, communities, and ecosystems. However, a concept of biodiversity also must encompass understanding the interactions and functions on all levels from individuals up to the whole ecosystem, including changes related to natural and anthropogenic environmental pressures. While biodiversity as such is an abstract and relative concept rooted in the spatial domain, it is central to most international, European, and national governance initiatives aimed at protecting the marine environment. These rely on status assessments of biodiversity which typically require numerical targets and specific reference values, to allow comparison in space and/or time, often in association with some external structuring factors such as physical and biogeochemical conditions. Given that our ability to apply and interpret such assessments requires a solid conceptual understanding of marine biodiversity, here we define this and show how the abstract concept can and needs to be interpreted and subsequently applied in biodiversity assessments.

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Capturing the complexity of biodiversity: A critical review of economic valuation studies of biological diversity

Cited by 108 publications

References 59 publications

2D Versus 3D: The Relevance of the Mode of Presentation for the Economic Valuation of an Alpine Landscape

2D Versus 3D: The Relevance of the Mode of Presentation for the Economic Valuation of an Alpine Landscape

A Decision Support System for trade-off analysis and dynamic evaluation of forest ecosystem services

What Is Marine Biodiversity? Towards Common Concepts and Their Implications for Assessing Biodiversity Status

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