Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
J. C. Fisher, M. Dallimer, K. N. Irvine, S. G. Aizlewood, G. E. Austen, R. D. Fish, P. M. King, Z. G. Davies
Summary: People depend on functioning ecosystems for essential services that support human health and well-being, making biodiversity loss a significant concern. Understanding the species and traits that contribute to well-being responses is a critical question. This study analyzes a database of species' effect traits and their impacts on various types of well-being.
NATURE SUSTAINABILITY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jie Chen, Hongyu Li, Shixian Luo, Daer Su, Jing Xie, Tongguang Zang, Takeshi Kinoshita
Summary: Green spaces provide ecosystem services that are closely related to human health. Urbanization has led to the reduction of green spaces and created inequalities in exposure, resulting in health inequities. This study examines the value and equity of ecosystem services provided by green exposures around residences at the municipality level in Japan, and finds differences in per capita ecosystem service value and equity across municipalities. The study also reveals that ecosystem service inequity is related to socioeconomic factors at the municipality level.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Melissa R. Marselle, Terry Hartig, Daniel T. C. Cox, Sian de Bell, Sonja Knapp, Sarah Lindley, Margarita Triguero-Mas, Katrin Boehning-Gaese, Matthias Braubach, Penny A. Cook, Sjerp de Vries, Anna Heintz-Buschart, Max Hofmann, Katherine N. Irvine, Nadja Kabisch, Franziska Kolek, Roland Kraemer, Iana Markevych, Doerte Martens, Ruth Mueller, Mark Nieuwenhuijsen, Jacqueline M. Potts, Jutta Stadler, Samantha Walton, Sara L. Warber, Aletta Bonn
Summary: This article explores the relationship between biodiversity and human health, presenting four different pathways: reducing harm, restoring capacities, building capacities, and causing harm. It discusses how to test these pathways and how existing datasets can be utilized.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Tianyuan Zhu, Shuming Zhang, Yubo Wang, Cuiping Wang, Haowei Wang
Summary: Ecosystem protection and restoration should consider interrelated ecosystems. A study in Anxi County, China, constructed an integrated assessment system and identified ecosystem health levels, leading to tailored ecosystem restoration pathways.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yanyan Zhou, Dongxia Yue, Shuangying Li, Geng Liang, Zengzu Chao, Yan Zhao, Xingmin Meng
Summary: EHA is critically important for effective ecosystem management and evaluation of global environmental changes. In this study, the spatiotemporal patterns of EH in the Bailong River Basin were explored using the VORS model. The findings indicate an increasing trend in the ecological health index (EHI) throughout most areas of the basin, with significant global and local spatial correlations.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Zhenjie Liao, Lijuan Zhang
Summary: Prediction of urban ecological risk is crucial due to the negative impacts it has on people's lives and the environment, and it has become increasingly complex and challenging as China's economy grows rapidly. In this study, a model for evaluating urban ecological resilience was developed and applied to assess the spatial-temporal changes of resilience in Guangzhou from 2000 to 2020. It was found that the southwestern region of the city had lower resilience and higher density of pollutant discharge enterprises, indicating a lower ability to prevent and resolve environmental risks.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Meng Qiu, Qiting Zuo, Qingsong Wu, Zhenlong Yang, Jianwei Zhang
Summary: This paper constructs a water ecological security evaluation index system based on the Pressure-State-Response (PSR) model to comprehensively understand the water ecological security status of the Yellow River Basin. The study evaluates the water ecological security index (WESI) of 62 cities in the Yellow River Basin using the single index quantification-multiple indices syntheses-poly-criteria integration (SMI-P) method, and analyzes the regional characteristics through spatial autocorrelation analysis. The findings reveal that the overall water ecological security of the Yellow River Basin is relatively poor, with significant spatial autocorrelation and a slow upward trend in the security index. Wetland area and the greening rate of built-up areas are important factors influencing water ecological safety.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Deeksha, Anoop Kumar Shukla
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review of articles related to ecosystem services and remote sensing, finding that regional-level research on ecosystem services is a current hotspot, aiding in understanding the spatiotemporal dynamics of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Tiziana Luisetti, Michaela Schratzberger
Summary: Natural capital accounts measure and value the benefits of ecosystems to humans, including the direct and indirect impacts of marine biodiversity on human well-being. Including biological indicators in these accounts can help consider marine biodiversity conservation and economic activities as complementary components of sustainability and well-being.
BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Janne Alahuhta, Helena Tukiainen, Maija Toivanen, Terhi Ala-Hulkko, Vahid Farrahi, Jan Hjort, Tiina M. Ikaeheimo, Tiina Lankila, Tuija Maliniemi, Soile Puhakka, Henriikka Salminen, Marjo Seppaenen, Raija Korpelainen, Ding Ding
Summary: Our existence on Earth depends on the vital support of nature for our physical and mental health. However, the importance of geodiversity, the diversity of non-living nature, has been overlooked compared to biodiversity. Geodiversity, consisting of geological, geomorphological, soil, and hydrological components, forms the foundation for biodiversity and is necessary for overall human health. This article introduces geodiversity as a driver for planetary health, describing its functions and services, and exploring the intricate relationships between geodiversity, biodiversity, and human health. It also proposes an agenda for recognizing the importance of geodiversity in health-related research and decision making. Geodiversity is an emerging topic with untapped potential in ensuring ecosystem functionality and good living conditions for people in a changing environment.
LANCET PLANETARY HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Geography, Physical
Guoming Li, Binbin He, Liang Li, Miao Yang, Qiongyi Huang, Zihan Guo
Summary: The influences of ecological protection redlines on urban sustainable development vary significantly depending on the specific ecological functions and human activities in different areas. This article presents an evaluation method that includes assessment criteria for ecological functions and human activity interference, verified in Zoige County, China. The findings provide a basis for urban sustainable development planning strategies.
PHOTOGRAMMETRIC ENGINEERING AND REMOTE SENSING
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Yu Liu, Chun Yang, Shaohua Tan, Hantao Zhou, Wei Zeng
Summary: This study establishes an improved rural ecosystem health assessment framework that integrates social, economic, and natural perspectives to assess the health of rural ecosystems in Chongqing. The results show that the comprehensive score of rural ecosystem health in Chongqing has shown a fluctuating and increasing trend from 2008 to 2018, with spatial heterogeneity observed among different regions. The improved framework provides valuable recommendations for the protection and restoration of mountain ecological environments.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Weiwei Yu, Dian Zhang, Jianji Liao, Li Ma, Xiaofen Zhu, Wanting Zhang, Wenjia Hu, Zhiyuan Ma, Bin Chen
Summary: Coastal bays, as part of Earth's critical zone, have significant ecological and socioeconomic roles. This study developed an integrated ecosystem health assessment framework to determine critical indicators and establish reference benchmarks based on specific ecosystem services. The framework was applied to two typical coastal bays, revealing that Daya Bay was healthier than Jiaozhou Bay. The findings provide important information for prospective bay management.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Studies
Mojca Nastran, Marina Pintar, Spela Zeleznikar, Rozalija Cvejic
Summary: This study evaluates the linkages between ecosystem services and urban green infrastructure and defines their impact on human well-being. The findings suggest that urban forests provide the highest number of perceived ecosystem services and have the greatest impact on all components of well-being. This method can help introduce the concept of ecosystem services and involve stakeholders who are not familiar with it.
Review
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Enrique G. de la Riva, Werner Ulrich, Peter Batary, Julia Baudry, Lea Beaumelle, Roman Bucher, Andrea Cerevkova, Maria R. Felipe-Lucia, Robert Galle, Emmanuelle Kesse-Guyot, Ewa Rembialkowska, Adrien Rusch, Verena Seufert, Dara Stanley, Klaus Birkhofer
Summary: Agricultural intensification has contributed to global food security and well-being, but it has also led to negative impacts on species diversity and ecosystem functioning. This review proposes a conceptual framework to understand the relationship between functional diversity and human well-being, highlighting the need for further research on this topic.
AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS
(2023)
Correction
Multidisciplinary Sciences
H. S. Grantham, A. Duncan, T. D. Evans, K. R. Jones, H. L. Beyer, R. Schuster, J. Walston, J. C. Ray, J. G. Robinson, M. Callow, T. Clements, H. M. Costa, A. DeGemmis, P. R. Elsen, J. Ervin, P. Franco, E. Goldman, S. Goetz, A. Hansen, E. Hofsvang, P. Jantz, S. Jupiter, A. Kang, P. Langhammer, W. F. Laurance, S. Lieberman, M. Linkie, Y. Malhi, S. Maxwell, M. Mendez, R. Mittermeier, N. J. Murray, H. Possingham, J. Radachowsky, S. Saatchi, C. Samper, J. Silverman, A. Shapiro, B. Strassburg, T. Stevens, E. Stokes, R. Taylor, T. Tear, R. Tizard, O. Venter, P. Visconti, S. Wang, J. E. M. Watson
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Water Resources
Sarah Nelson, Seye Abimbola, Sangeeta Mangubhai, Aaron Jenkins, Stacy Jupiter, Kelera Naivalu, Vilisi Naivalulevu, Joel Negin
Summary: Village water committees play a key role in managing, operating, and maintaining water and sanitation facilities, with both reactive and proactive management approaches. Men dominate membership, roles, and decision-making in the water committees.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT
(2022)
Letter
Medicine, General & Internal
Colin D. Butler, Jouni J. K. Jaakkola, Sinead Boylan, Rosemary A. McFarlane, John D. Potter
Article
Environmental Sciences
Clint Bracknell, Pierre Horwitz, Trevor Ryan, Jonathan W. Marshall
Summary: Performance through language, song, and dance is explored as a way to deepen relationships with living water. Two new Noongar works were developed and performed to showcase the return journey of the bullshark and the presence of unseen groundwater. The experiment highlights the benefits of reconnecting culture and nature by giving voice to the relationality between river systems and people.
RIVER RESEARCH AND APPLICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Anne Poelina, Sandra Wooltorton, Mindy Blaise, Catrina Luz Aniere, Pierre Horwitz, Peta J. White, Stephen Muecke
Summary: In the context of the Anthropocene, indigenous voices have the potential to contribute ancient wisdom and promote global ecological wellbeing. Postqualitative research highlights the sentient nature of life and emphasizes the importance of coexistence, shedding light on the hidden impact of coloniality. By integrating ancient knowledge, this research connects with the animacy and non-linear nature of time in Country, revealing our inseparable relationship with the environment. It also acknowledges Country as an active witness and emphasizes the need for decolonization and collective responsibility.
AUSTRALIAN JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Editorial Material
Environmental Sciences
Sandra Wooltorton, Laurie Guimond, Peter Reason, Anne Poelina, Pierre Horwitz
RIVER RESEARCH AND APPLICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Studies
Caroline E. Ferguson, Teri Tuxson, Sangeeta Mangubhai, Stacy Jupiter, Hugh Govan, Victor Bonito, Semese Alefaio, Maxine Anjiga, Jonathan Booth, Tracey Boslogo, Delvene Boso, Ambroise Brenier, Akanisi Caginitoba, Ana Ciriyawa, Joeli Bili Fahai'ono, Margaret Fox, Andy George, Hampus Eriksson, Alec Hughes, Eugene Joseph, Sean Kadannged, Eferemo Kubunavanua, Sesimani Loni, Semisi Meo, Fiorenza Micheli, Elizah Nagombi, Rebecca Omaro, Anouk Ride, Annisah Sapul, Ann Singeo, Karen Stone, Margaret Tabunakawai-Vakalalabure, Marama Tuivuna, Caroline Vieux, Vutaieli B. Vitukawalu, McKenzie Waide
Summary: The resilience of food systems is crucial for ensuring food security, and the COVID-19 pandemic has revealed varying levels of resilience in interconnected food systems worldwide. Local food production and sharing contribute to resilience, while imported foods can either aid or inhibit it. Countries reliant on food imports are more likely to experience food insecurity, but imported foods become critical in areas dealing with concurrent disasters. Policies should focus on bolstering sustainable local food production, reducing reliance on imports, and implementing measures to support food security after disasters.
Article
Water Resources
Sarah Nelson, Jacqueline Thomas, Aaron Jenkins, Kelera Naivalu, Timoci Naivalulevu, Vilisi Naivalulevu, Kinikoto Mailautoka, Shylett Anthony, Mereia Ravoka, Stacy D. Jupiter, Sangeeta Mangubhai, Pierre Horwitz, Seye Abimbola, Joel Negin
Summary: Poor water quality in rural areas of Fiji poses a health challenge. A study in six indigenous Fijian villages investigated the local perceptions of drinking water access and quality, and how this influenced the choice of water sources. The study also explored the impacts of age and gender. The findings revealed varied perceptions and factors influencing water access and quality, highlighting the need for informed water strategies.
WATER PRACTICE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Kuenzang Tshering, Konrad Miotlinski, David Blake, Mary C. Boyce, Andrew Bath, Ana Carvalho, Pierre Horwitz
Summary: This paper investigates the effects of forest fires on the quantity and composition of dissolved organic matter (DOM) in surface waters in forested catchments, and the time it takes for water quality to recover to pre-fire levels. The study finds that post-fire DOM is different from DOM generated through biological degradation, and relying on 'bulk properties' and surrogate DOM parameters may not provide enough information to deal with the complexity of organic compounds produced by a catchment fire. Critical parameters for the effects of burning include changes in DOM composition, aromaticity, and the relative amounts of labile/recalcitrant organic components. Fire frequency has a more clear impact on DOM, with frequent fires changing DOM composition to less bioavailable components and increasing aromaticity, which can be detrimental to water quality.
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Sundus Nizamani, R. A. McFarlane, Catherine R. Knight-Agarwal, Shawn Somerset
Summary: Couples-based interventions can be effective in weight reduction and mitigating the risk of metabolic syndrome, although there is limited research in this area.
DIABETES & METABOLIC SYNDROME-CLINICAL RESEARCH & REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Rebecca Voisin, Pierre Horwitz, Stephanie Godrich, Ros Sambell, Katherine Cullerton, Amanda Devine
Summary: This scoping review explores the concept of no-to-low external input in regenerative agriculture by examining peer-reviewed and gray literature. The study identifies organic amendment inputs and regenerative land management processes that can help reduce external inputs and promote biology and nutrient cycling at different scales. Regenerative agriculture overlaps with other farming practices such as agroecology and conservation agriculture.
AGROECOLOGY AND SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Nabeela Nasim, Shylett Anthony, Thompson Daurewa, Sikeli Gavidi, Pierre Horwitz, Aaron Jenkins, Stacy Jupiter, Shuang Liu, Kinikoto Mailautoka, Sangeeta Mangubhai, Kelera Naivalu, Timoci Naivalulevu, Vilisi Naivalulevu, Sikeli Naucunivanua, Joel Negin, Mereia Ravoka, Andrew Tukana, Donald Wilson, Jacqueline Thomas
Summary: Rural communities in Fiji rely on on-site sanitation systems, which have been found to be unsafe and contribute to faecal-oral diseases. This study aimed to assess the safety of existing sanitation infrastructure and estimate the proportion of safely managed systems. The findings revealed discrepancies between self-reported back-end category and actual observations, highlighting the need for improved sanitation practices.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-WATER RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Pierre Horwitz
Summary: A wetland policy perspective based on social ecological systems recognizes the close relationship between wetlands and people, and the interdependence of their health. Legal and administrative processes that acknowledge indigenous law and rights for wetlands can elevate relational values and incorporate them into wetland management. Co-designing wetland policies with indigenous and local communities allows for the sharing and preservation of wetland stories, as well as their integration into educational curricula and ecosystem valuation models.
MARINE AND FRESHWATER RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Biodiversity Conservation
Erin C. Betley, Amanda Sigouin, Pua'ala Pascua, Samantha H. Cheng, Kenneth Iain MacDonald, Felicity Arengo, Yildiz Aumeeruddy-Thomas, Sophie Caillon, Marney E. Isaac, Stacy D. Jupiter, Alexander Mawyer, Manuel Mejia, Alexandria C. Moore, Delphine Renard, Lea Sebastien, Nadav Gazit, Eleanor J. Sterling
Summary: This paper discusses the history and development of research on the concept of well-being, emphasizing that well-being is multidimensional and requires a comprehensive consideration of equity and the interrelationships between humans and the environment. The study highlights that well-being frameworks that do not include the environment or the interactions between people and their environment may not truly measure well-being in all its dimensions; using an equity lens to assess well-being frameworks aligns with efforts to holistically characterize well-being and guide sustainable management.
