Restoration of ecosystem services and biodiversity: Conflicts and opportunities

Authors: Bullock, J.M., Aronson, J., Newton, A.C., Pywell, R.F. and Rey-Benayas, J.M.

Journal: Trends in Ecology and Evolution

Volume: 26

Issue: 10

Pages: 541-549

ISSN: 0169-5347

DOI: 10.1016/j.tree.2011.06.011

Abstract:

Ecological restoration is becoming regarded as a major strategy for increasing the provision of ecosystem services as well as reversing biodiversity losses. Here, we show that restoration projects can be effective in enhancing both, but that conflicts can arise, especially if single services are targeted in isolation. Furthermore, recovery of biodiversity and services can be slow and incomplete. Despite this uncertainty, new methods of ecosystem service valuation are suggesting that the economic benefits of restoration can outweigh costs. Payment for Ecosystem Service schemes could therefore provide incentives for restoration, but require development to ensure biodiversity and multiple services are enhanced and the needs of different stakeholders are met. Such approaches must be implemented widely if new global restoration targets are to be achieved. © 2011 Elsevier Ltd.

Source: Scopus

Restoration of ecosystem services and biodiversity: conflicts and opportunities.

Authors: Bullock, J.M., Aronson, J., Newton, A.C., Pywell, R.F. and Rey-Benayas, J.M.

Journal: Trends Ecol Evol

Volume: 26

Issue: 10

Pages: 541-549

eISSN: 1872-8383

DOI: 10.1016/j.tree.2011.06.011

Abstract:

Ecological restoration is becoming regarded as a major strategy for increasing the provision of ecosystem services as well as reversing biodiversity losses. Here, we show that restoration projects can be effective in enhancing both, but that conflicts can arise, especially if single services are targeted in isolation. Furthermore, recovery of biodiversity and services can be slow and incomplete. Despite this uncertainty, new methods of ecosystem service valuation are suggesting that the economic benefits of restoration can outweigh costs. Payment for Ecosystem Service schemes could therefore provide incentives for restoration, but require development to ensure biodiversity and multiple services are enhanced and the needs of different stakeholders are met. Such approaches must be implemented widely if new global restoration targets are to be achieved.

Source: PubMed

Restoration of ecosystem services and biodiversity: conflicts and opportunities

Authors: Bullock, J.M., Aronson, J., Newton, A.C., Pywell, R.F. and Rey-Benayas, J.M.

Journal: TRENDS IN ECOLOGY & EVOLUTION

Volume: 26

Issue: 10

Pages: 541-549

eISSN: 1872-8383

ISSN: 0169-5347

DOI: 10.1016/j.tree.2011.06.011

Source: Web of Science (Lite)

Restoration of ecosystem services and biodiversity: conflicts and opportunities.

Authors: Bullock, J.M., Aronson, J., Newton, A., Pywell, R.F. and Rey Benayas, J.M.

Journal: Trends in Ecology and Evolution

Volume: 26

Pages: 541-549

ISSN: 0169-5347

DOI: 10.1016/j.tree.2011.06.011

Abstract:

Ecological restoration is becoming regarded as a major strategy for increasing the provision of ecosystem services as well as reversing biodiversity losses. Here, we show that restoration projects can be effective in enhancing both, but that conflicts can arise, especially if single services are targeted in isolation. Furthermore, recovery of biodiversity and services can be slow and incomplete. Despite this uncertainty, new methods of ecosystem service valuation are suggesting that the economic benefits of restoration can outweigh costs. Payment for Ecosystem Service schemes could therefore provide incentives for restoration, but require development to ensure biodiversity and multiple services are enhanced and the needs of different stakeholders are met. Such approaches must be implemented widely if new global restoration targets are to be achieved.

Source: Manual

Preferred by: Adrian Newton

Restoration of ecosystem services and biodiversity: conflicts and opportunities.

Authors: Bullock, J.M., Aronson, J., Newton, A.C., Pywell, R.F. and Rey-Benayas, J.M.

Journal: Trends in ecology & evolution

Volume: 26

Issue: 10

Pages: 541-549

eISSN: 1872-8383

ISSN: 0169-5347

DOI: 10.1016/j.tree.2011.06.011

Abstract:

Ecological restoration is becoming regarded as a major strategy for increasing the provision of ecosystem services as well as reversing biodiversity losses. Here, we show that restoration projects can be effective in enhancing both, but that conflicts can arise, especially if single services are targeted in isolation. Furthermore, recovery of biodiversity and services can be slow and incomplete. Despite this uncertainty, new methods of ecosystem service valuation are suggesting that the economic benefits of restoration can outweigh costs. Payment for Ecosystem Service schemes could therefore provide incentives for restoration, but require development to ensure biodiversity and multiple services are enhanced and the needs of different stakeholders are met. Such approaches must be implemented widely if new global restoration targets are to be achieved.

Source: Europe PubMed Central