Does infrastructure and resource access matter for technical efficiency? An empirical analysis of fishing and fuelwood collection in Mozambique

Kuusela, Olli-Pekka; Bowman, Maria; Amacher, Gregory S.; Howarth, Richard B.; Laporte, Nadine

doi:10.1007/s10668-018-0264-2

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“…Many African countries, particularly those abundant in biodiversity like Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Mozambique, derive a substantial portion of their GDP from natural ecosystems, with various sectors of their economies directly linked to these ecosystems (Kuusela et al., 2020; Ntuli et al., 2022). Numerous studies have demonstrated a linear correlation between biodiversity loss, measured in terms of species richness, and GDP loss (Dietz & Adger, 2003; Habibullah et al., 2022).…”

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Africa's biodiversity in‐between ecology and economy

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2024

Afr J Ecol

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Although numerous definitions have been proposed in recent decades for the term 'Biodiversity' (Deans et al., 2012;Redford & Richter, 1999), there is consensus that it can be defined as the assortment, multiplicity, or variety of life. Biodiversity refers to the variety of living organisms within a particular ecosystem and the interactions between them (e.g. communities, guilds). It encompasses all levels of biological organisation, from individual species to entire communities. This concept is essential for understanding the complex relationships and dynamics of life on Earth (Contoli & Luiselli, 2016).It includes genetic diversity within animal and plant populations, the diverse species composition that characterises communities, as well as entire ecosystems. Biodiversity conservation seeks to protect the natural diversity of living organisms, maintaining, as far as possible, the original composition and functioning of ecosystems. This effort is vital for sustaining ecosystem balance and providing essential services that support human well-being (Wilson, 1988). According to this perspective, biodiversity is considered a fundamental component of natural capital, attracting attention not only from scientists but also from economic and socio-political sectors.The study of biodiversity is a multidisciplinary endeavour that integrates insights from various scientific fields, such as ecology, genetics, taxonomy, and conservation biology. Its objective is to investigate patterns, processes, and interactions among diverse life forms and the myriad factors that influence their existence. This interdisciplinary approach employs a range of methodologies that include field surveys, molecular techniques, remote sensing, statistical modelling, and other innovative methods (e.g.

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Africa's biodiversity in‐between ecology and economy

Luiselli

2024

Afr J Ecol

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“…Women often have to carry heavy loads, e.g., 14-36 kg [13], which results in musculoskeletal pain [14]. As increasing time is spent on fuelwood collection, there is less time for other subsistence activities or recreation [15]. Moreover, the consumption of fuelwood increases the pressure on forest resources and the consequent forest degradation [16], which threatens the biodiversity conservation [17].…”

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Toward energy saving and food safety in Central Mozambique: the role of improved cook stoves and heat retention boxes

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Background Almost 80% of the population in sub-Saharan Africa relies on traditional biomass for cooking, which is typically associated with negative environmental, health, economic, and social impacts. Thus, many stakeholders, including development agencies and national governments in the Global South are promoting the use of the improved cookstove in order to save cooking time, save financial assets, maximize fuel efficiency, and reduce indoor air pollution. However, little attention is paid to the heating practices among households, which can determine food safety levels. Specifically, cooked food should be kept at temperatures above the danger zone (from 5 to 57 °C) prior to its consumption to prevent its contamination by bacteria and other unhealthy contaminants. In general, many studies address food preparation and storage separately, despite being complementary. In this study, we attempt to understand whether, the use of improved cookstove combined with heat retention box would result in improvements with regard to fuel and time saving, and adequate food storage temperatures. Furthermore, we examine the acceptability of food prepared with these two systems based on consumers’ preference analysis. Involving 122 participants, the study was conducted in Gurué district, central Mozambique. Results The use of improved cookstove resulted in energy savings of 9% and 17% for cooking maize porridge and beans curry, respectively. The overall time consumption for cooking decreased by 14% (beans curry) and 24% (maize porridge). The use of heat retention boxes shows a better heat retention ability as compared to the locally used heat retention systems (leftovers, banana leaves). Conclusions The study concludes that improved cookstove is a sustainable mean for saving cooking time and fuel. Heat retention box has a potential to maintain adequate food storage temperatures. Both improved cookstove and heat retention box present a superior performance compared to traditional technologies; thus, can easily be diffused for not affecting the quality of food.

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How health and market access associate with agroforestry adoption decisions: evidence from Tabora, Tanzania

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Kuusela

2021

Agroforest Syst

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Does infrastructure and resource access matter for technical efficiency? An empirical analysis of fishing and fuelwood collection in Mozambique

Cited by 6 publications

References 45 publications

Africa's biodiversity in‐between ecology and economy

Africa's biodiversity in‐between ecology and economy

Toward energy saving and food safety in Central Mozambique: the role of improved cook stoves and heat retention boxes

How health and market access associate with agroforestry adoption decisions: evidence from Tabora, Tanzania

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