Geoproducts – Innovative development strategies in UNESCO Geoparks: Concept, implementation methodology, and case studies from Naturtejo Global Geopark, Portugal

Rodrigues, Joana; Carvalho, Carlos Neto de; Ramos, Mario A.; Ramos, Raquel; Vinagre, Ana; Vinagre, Helena

doi:10.1016/j.ijgeop.2020.12.003

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“…In addition, vineyards holding the status of a certified partner of a geoparks are promoted. This is consistent and in full agreement with the fundamental premises of UNESCO Global Geoparks, which aim to support economic development at the local level (Zouros 2008;Rodrigues et al 2020), but is insufficient if contrasted with the holistic vision of geoparks, where geo-education should not be limited to various aspects of distant geological history, but include multi-aspect human use of complex Earth resources as well. Building new tourist products, based on simultaneous acquaintance with local terroir and wine culture, might be a way to engage more visitors in geoheritage and geodiversity matters, even if their interest in geosciences is initially marginal.…”

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confidence: 72%

Linking Wine Culture and Geoheritage—Missing Opportunities at European UNESCO World Heritage Sites and in UNESCO Global Geoparks? A Survey of Web-Based Resources

Pijet-Migoń

Migoń

2021

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Vine cultivation is strongly dependent on local terrain conditions, including geology, landforms and soils. This offers an opportunity to develop interpretation and geo-education that would holistically relate wine culture to abiotic environment. Wine-related cultural landscapes inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List and those UNESCO Global Geoparks, where wine production is an important economic activity or leaves a distinctive imprint on the landscape, are particularly suited to emphasize local geoheritage in this specific context. We analyzed official web-based resources of UNESCO World Heritage Committee, UNESCO Global Geoparks programme, individual World Heritage properties and individual global geoparks to evaluate whether causal relationships between geoheritage, geodiversity and wine culture are indicated at all, and if so, how they are presented and linked to geotourism and geo-education. Our analysis involved 14 World Heritage properties and 38 global geoparks, all located in Europe. General observation is that given web-based information alone, the theme is insufficiently explored and poorly communicated to the public, although more recent nomination dossiers for World Heritage contain extensive presentations of abiotic environment. These are, however, not very likely to be consulted by the general public. In global geoparks, wine culture is mainly presented as a sustainable local activity, with local wine as one of brand products, whereas geoheritage context is seldom considered in depth. Growing interest in wine tourism and increasing appreciation of the value of cultural landscapes provide a good background to develop geo-interpretation and thereby to raise awareness of geoheritage matters.

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Linking Wine Culture and Geoheritage—Missing Opportunities at European UNESCO World Heritage Sites and in UNESCO Global Geoparks? A Survey of Web-Based Resources

Pijet-Migoń

Migoń

2021

Geoheritage

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“…One of the ways to create job opportunities is from geoproducts, which are "products that are considered traditional and that are related or inspired by the geodiversity of the territory" [38]. The sales of geoproducts can promote specialized training for local residents, create new job opportunities, and create awareness in the visitors about the importance of geodiversity.…”

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Fernando de Noronha Archipelago (Brazil): A Coastal Geopark Proposal to Foster the Local Economy, Tourism and Sustainability

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Vale²,

Burns

2021

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Coastal zones across the world are often listed as protected areas as a result of their sensitive ecosystems and frequent social uses. One category of protected area that allows for protection and use is a geopark. A geopark combines geological heritage conservation with sustainable development and must include meaningful geological characteristics, and scientific content. Geoparks can stimulate the coastal economy through the appreciation of the heritage and development of sustainable tourism, along with environmental protection and interpretation. There are geoparks on islands and coastal areas in many continents. Fernando de Noronha archipelago (Brazil), has relevant geodiversity and the potential to join the Global Geoparks Network (GGN). For the creation of a geopark, it is important to acknowledge its geological heritage and relevance. This has already been done in Fernando de Noronha by the Geological Service of Brazil (CPRM), through the identification of the geosites in the island. The goal of this case study is to present actions that have been carried out and that may help on the report development for the proposed Geopark, as well as present the benefits that a geopark can bring to a coastal area. Opportunities for improving the economy with geoproducts and geofood are presented.

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“…O equilíbrio entre o valor intangível (histórias, identidade local, símbolos) e os aspectos práticos (comercialização, viabilidade econômica, demandas) são mantidos e adaptados ao mercado parar atender as necessidades dos consumidores e as tendências. Mesmo voltados para a comercialização e venda, buscam a sustentabilidade e a transparecer a história local, destacando as referências da identidade do seu povo (CARVALHO et al, 2021).…”

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“…Através dos programas desenvolvidos, a criação desses produtos intensifica os modelos de gestão voltados para sustentabilidade e geodiversidade local. Assim, estimulam as empresas locais a investirem no desenvolvimento das comunidades (CARVALHO et al, 2021).…”

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Geoprodutos em comunidades turísticas para o desenvolvimento sustentável e empreendedorismo social

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Revista PO: R. Eletr. de Eng. de Produção e Correlatas

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Em um mundo com grandes desafios ambientais, torna-se evidente a necessidade do planejamento e execução de ações que colaborem efetivamente no progresso e desenvolvimento social sustentável. Uma das estratégias utilizadas pelo Geopark Araripe é o apoio na elaboração de produtos que resgatam a identidade e a conservação do patrimônio local, utilizando recursos naturais e comuns da região. Os geoprodutos se pretendem a intensificar a cultura e valorizar o território, incorporando as comunidades às novas tecnologias, envolvendo-os na comercialização e assegurando sustentabilidade e inclusão social. Como objetivo, a pesquisa buscou fortalecer e apoiar as abordagens inovadoras ligadas ao território, estimulando os produtores locais a empreender de forma sustentável nas comunidades estudadas. O estudo foi realizado em quatro etapas: revisão sistemática, elaboração das diretrizes para classificação dos geoprodutos, elaboração dos questionários, aplicação dos questionários ao geoprodutores e estudo de caso. Os resultados obtidos comprovaram que os geoprodutos criam oportunidades e valorizam geodiversidade da região. Portanto, podem ser utilizados para o empreendedorismo e beneficiamento dos produtores locais, estimulando o desenvolvimento e criação de novos estabelecimentos empresariais, além de proporcionar novas fontes de renda.

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Geoproducts – Innovative development strategies in UNESCO Geoparks: Concept, implementation methodology, and case studies from Naturtejo Global Geopark, Portugal

Cited by 58 publications

References 16 publications

Linking Wine Culture and Geoheritage—Missing Opportunities at European UNESCO World Heritage Sites and in UNESCO Global Geoparks? A Survey of Web-Based Resources

Linking Wine Culture and Geoheritage—Missing Opportunities at European UNESCO World Heritage Sites and in UNESCO Global Geoparks? A Survey of Web-Based Resources

Fernando de Noronha Archipelago (Brazil): A Coastal Geopark Proposal to Foster the Local Economy, Tourism and Sustainability

Geoprodutos em comunidades turísticas para o desenvolvimento sustentável e empreendedorismo social

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