Article
Environmental Sciences
Daniel Kpienbaareh, Isaac Luginaah, Rachel Bezner Kerr, Jinfei Wang, Katja Poveda, Ingolf Steffan-Dewenter, Esther Lupafya, Laifolo Dakishoni
Summary: Deforestation drives climate change and food insecurity, and the restoration of forests should take into account local perceptions and challenges. Sustainable farming strategies and agroecology can potentially restore forests and improve livelihoods.
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Lisette Klein, Koen Arts
Summary: Conservation translocations are frequently used by nature conservationists, but often have low success rates due to various biological and societal factors. Public participation is a key societal dimension that is often neglected, leading to issues such as expert-driven approaches and mismatched expectations between conservationists and the public. While a legislative framework can provide guidance, it may not be sufficient to overcome current barriers in conservation translocations.
RESTORATION ECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Geography
Fangzhu Zhang, Fulong Wu, Yishan Lin
Summary: This paper examines the recent green turn in China through the lens of a large-scale urban greenway project, demonstrating the efforts of multi-scalar states to improve environmental quality. The analysis reveals the complex motivations behind incorporating ecological changes into urban governance and the promotion of Chinese green urbanism as a political mission. Despite being operated by development corporations, the socio-ecological fix in capital accumulation must be understood in the context of state politics and actors.
POLITICAL GEOGRAPHY
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Alfonso Langle-Flores, Adriana Aguilar Rodriguez, Humberto Romero-Uribe, Julia Ros-Cuellar, Juan Jose Von Thaden
Summary: The study found that non-governmental organizations play a brokerage role in the PES program, but there is a partial spatial misfit between conservation activity links and forest units in some areas, and it is suggested to strengthen conservation efforts in the middle and upper part of the Pixquiac sub-watershed.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Studies
Katja Makinen
Summary: The study conducts empirical research into the EU's participatory governance, highlighting the challenges it faces in terms of citizenship and participation. It explores how scale influences EU citizenship and participation, introducing the concept of "Euro-local scale" to explain the rehierarchisation of scales in the EU's participatory governance.
ENVIRONMENT AND PLANNING C-POLITICS AND SPACE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Studies
Xiang Jia, Zhengxu Jin, Xiaoli Mei, Dong Wang, Ruoning Zhu, Xiaoxia Zhang, Zherui Huang, Caixia Li, Xiaoli Zhang
Summary: This study used multi-source remote sensing imagery and auxiliary data to evaluate the ecological restoration effect of the Wuliangsuhai watershed in China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. The results showed that the implementation of the restoration project improved vegetation coverage, desert management, and soil and water conservation capacity. The study provides a scientific reference for the further management of the watershed's ecological environment and future evaluation of ecological restoration effect in similar areas.
Article
Environmental Studies
Siddharth Sareen
Summary: This article highlights the potential risk of activities around smart energy transitions undermining the basic spatial planning principle of creating better places for inhabitants. It also discusses the enigmatic force of possibilities unleashed by digitalization and raises questions about the people's role in these visions. Through case studies of smart energy transitions in Lisbon and Bergen, it is revealed that planning and implementing sustainability transitions can worsen existing inequalities, but also present opportunities for enabling inclusive smart energy transitions.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Studies
Christopher Wilson, Christoffer Claussen, Pablo Valverde
Summary: The EITI utilizes a multi-stakeholder model to improve resource governance quality, with comparative analysis showing that civil society participation has a small but significant correlation with EITI outcomes, particularly in information disclosure, quality assurance and reforms.
Article
Agronomy
Tao Bai, Dong Liu, Mingjiang Deng
Summary: This paper proposes a new ecological irrigation method for the restoration and irrigation of river valley grasslands. Through the use of artificial floods and precision irrigation technology, the ecological water demand of the vegetation is effectively met, resulting in increased vegetation coverage and economic benefits for local herdsmen.
AGRICULTURAL WATER MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Xiuneng Li, Yongtao Li, Hong Wang, Shuhong Qin, Xin Wang, Han Yang, Wim Cornelis
Summary: This study evaluates the ecological restoration effects in the Gudao shelterbelt of Shengli Oilfield in the Yellow River Delta using remote sensing data and investigates the impact of oil extraction on forest phenology. The study finds that a mixed forest of Robinia pseudoacacia L. and Fraxinus velutina Torr. demonstrates the greatest capacity to improve environmental quality, while Ulmus pumila L. and Sophora japonica L. are unsuitable for ecological restoration.
ECOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Jaime Andres Cifuentes-Espinosa, Laurene Feintrenie, Claudia Monzon-Alvarado, Birgit Schmook, M. Azahara Mesa-Jurado
Summary: The study applies a Social-Ecological System (SES) approach to examine the barriers and levers to sustainable development in a palm oil production system. It explores whether oil palm plantations will be renewed by growers and identifies the conditions for sustainable palm oil production in the future.
AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chong Jiang, Hongwei Guo, Yongping Wei, Zhiyuan Yang, Xinchi Wang, Meili Wen, Long Yang, Lingling Zhao, Haiyan Zhang, Ping Zhou
Summary: The study compared the different hydrological responses in the Loess Plateau and the Karst Plateau and found that water and energy variables were closely correlated with vegetation cover. In the arid Loess Plateau, excessive afforestation programs led to increased vegetation transpiration and soil evaporation, further depleting soil water resources and eventually causing a reduction in water yield.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Guofu Liang, Hanbo Niu, Yan Li
Summary: This study aims to construct ecological networks for multiple species based on landscape connectivity and determine the restoration priority for four focal mammal species in the western mountains of Henan Province, China. The ecological networks were built using circuit theory and least-cost path models, and the restoration priority for multiple species was determined by integrating ecological corridors and key barrier areas. The results showed that the connectivity of the ecological network was closely related to the dispersal capacity of the species. It is important to consider species-specific management plans and the impacts of key ecological corridors and barrier areas dominated by cropland on species migration. Our research suggests that the methods proposed in this study can help prioritize the restoration of key ecological corridors and barrier areas, especially in areas with limited species distribution and movement data.
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GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION
(2023)
Article
Ecology
J. F. Martin Duque, I Zapico, N. Bugosh, M. Tejedor, F. Delgado, C. Martin-Moreno, J. M. Nicolau
Summary: This research showcases a successful ecological restoration approach applied in the surroundings of Somolinos hamlet in Spain, where geomorphic-based restoration effectively controlled gully erosion risks and increased vegetation diversity. The monitoring process revealed minimal erosion zones attributed to minor design oversights and construction deviations, highlighting the importance of proper design and construction adherence in preventing erosion.
ECOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Review
Biodiversity Conservation
Hailiang Xu, Fujun Xu, Tao Lin, Qiao Xu, Pujia Yu, Chuhan Wang, Aishajiang Aili, Xinfeng Zhao, Wanyu Zhao, Peng Zhang, Yongqiang Yang, Kaiye Yuan
Summary: The arid region in China with rich mineral resources is ecologically fragile and has poor recovering capacity. Mining activities have led to land degradation and ecological problems. This study examines the challenges in ecological restoration in mining areas and proposes strategies to address them.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Renato Crouzeilles, Daniel Maurenza, Pablo V. Prieto, Felipe S. M. Barros, Catarina Jakovac, Mariana S. Ferreira, Robin L. Chazdon, David B. Lindenmayer, Pedro H. S. Brancalion, Eliane Ceccon, Cristina Adams, Elena Lazos-Chavero, Lara Monteiro, Andre B. Junqueira, Bernardo B. N. Strassburg, Manuel R. Guariguata
Summary: The study finds that the recovery of biodiversity in naturally regenerating forests is influenced by various factors, including socio-economic, biophysical, and ecological factors, with landscapes showing low deviation having higher chances of successful biodiversity recovery compared to reference forests.
CONSERVATION LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Pablo Prieto, Jacob J. Bukoski, Felipe S. M. Barros, Hawthorne L. Beyer, Alvaro Iribarrem, Pedro H. S. Brancalion, Robin L. Chazdon, David B. Lindenmayer, Bernardo B. N. Strassburg, Manuel R. Guariguata, Renato Crouzeilles
Summary: Predicting and mapping the recovery of species richness and total abundance in tropical and subtropical second-growth forests can inform spatial restoration planning. The study found that socioenvironmental factors influenced the recovery of biodiversity in second-growth forests. Natural forest regrowth in tropical and subtropical forest landscapes has the potential to promote biodiversity recovery.
CONSERVATION BIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Forestry
Manuel Boissiere, Stibniati Atmadja, Manuel R. Guariguata, Habtemariam Kassa, Plinio Sist
Summary: In summary, there is a need for more attention to the socio-economic dimension of tree planting, particularly in fully considering the needs and participation of local communities. Risks identified include afforestation being misidentified as reforestation, lack of consideration for community participation and benefit sharing, and insufficient marketing for forest products.
FOREST ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Forestry
Rens G. Brouwer, Pieter A. Zuidema, Fidel Chiriboga-Arroyo, Manuel R. Guariguata, Chris J. Kettle, Francisco Ehrenberg-Azcarate, Julia Quaedvlieg, Mishari R. Garcia Roca, Ronald Corvera-Gomringer, Flor Vargas Quispe, Merel Jansen
Summary: Evaluating Brazil nut restoration projects implemented by smallholders in the Peruvian Amazon, it was found that secondary forests were the most suitable sites for planting Brazil nut trees. Management practices had significant effects on tree growth, survival, and fruit production, emphasizing the importance of post-planting maintenance in increasing the success of forest landscape restoration projects.
FOREST ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Review
Ecology
Paula Meli, Daniella Schweizer, Leigh A. Winowiecki, Susan Chomba, Ermias Aynekulu, Manuel R. Guariguata
Summary: This study evaluated a large number of literature papers to examine barriers, pathways, and interventions in ecosystem restoration. The findings indicate that financial and legislative barriers are more frequently addressed, while technical and research-related barriers receive less attention. The study also reveals regional differences in the literature with Latin America, Africa, and North America being prominent. The most underrepresented areas of research are long-term ecosystem restoration actions, monitoring, and education on restoration.
RESTORATION ECOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Kristen Evans, Paula Meli, Rene Zamora-Cristales, Daniella Schweizer, Moises Mendez-Toribio, Pilar A. Gomez-Ruiz, Manuel R. Guariguata
Summary: Despite the recognition of the importance of monitoring for the success of forest landscape restoration (FLR) projects, there is insufficient local participation and a lack of networks or entities for sharing information and promoting learning in FLR projects in Latin America. Promoting collaborative monitoring approaches requires enhanced integration among academics, local communities, and governmental and nongovernmental organizations, as well as harmonization with current policies and norms for forest conservation and restoration.
RESTORATION ECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Forestry
Tarin Toledo-Aceves, Sven Guenter, Manuel R. Guariguata, Martin Garcia-Diaz, Eliza Zhunusova
Summary: Secondary forests, especially cloud forests, are crucial for biodiversity and hydrological regulation. However, sustainable timber production in these forests is currently limited. A pilot study in Mexico revealed challenges faced by small landowners in harvesting timber sustainably in a 20-year-old secondary cloud forest. Forest policy instruments and economic incentives are needed to support small-scale landowners in meeting restoration and climate mitigation goals.
Correction
Forestry
Tarin Toledo-Aceves, Sven Guenter, Manuel R. Guariguata, Martin Garcia-Diaz, Eliza Zhunusova
Article
Environmental Sciences
Amy Ickowitz, Stepha McMullin, Todd Rosenstock, Ian Dawson, Dominic Rowland, Bronwen Powell, Kai Mausch, Houria Djoudi, Terry Sunderland, Mulia Nurhasan, Andreea Novak, Vincent Gitz, Alexandre Meybeck, Ramni Jamnadass, Manuel R. Guariguata, Celine Termote, Robert Nasi
Summary: Trees and forests play a crucial role in addressing the challenges of the global food system by providing nutrient-rich foods, income for food security, ecosystem services for food production, and resilience to food systems. They also protect biodiversity and mitigate climate change.
LANCET PLANETARY HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Studies
Robin L. Chazdon, Sarah J. Wilson, Eduardo Brondizio, Manuel R. Guariguata, John Herbohn
Summary: Governance arrangements directly impact decision making processes and stakeholder engagement in FLR, requiring new ways of governing landscapes centered around local stakeholders. This paper explores common threads from diverse studies to highlight key challenges in effective FLR governance, discussing enabling factors and conditions to overcome deficiencies in governance processes and outcomes.
Article
Environmental Studies
Robin R. Sears, Manuel R. Guariguata, Peter Cronkleton, Cristina Miranda Beas
Summary: This paper explores the challenges and opportunities for secondary forest governance in Peru, focusing on benefiting smallholder farmers. The recommendations include national mapping of second growth forests, regularization of property rights, relaxation of forest regulations, and providing incentives for secondary forest management. Strengthening local forest governance in Peru could help directly benefit local forest stewards through climate change mitigation incentives.
Article
Environmental Studies
Tarin Toledo-Aceves, Manuel R. Guariguata, Sven Guenter, Luciana Porter-Bolland, Leticia Merino
Summary: This opinion paper analyzes the main environmental, socio-economic, and regulatory aspects that currently hamper the sustainable use and conservation of SCFs in Mexico, including contradictory norms and policies, and the marginalization of smallholders in timber production activities. Developing economic incentives for forest product harvesting and provision of ecosystem services derived from SCFs is crucial, as well as having flexible technical and social norms for sustainable use due to high heterogeneity in floristic composition and stand structure among localities.
Article
Environmental Studies
Daniella Schweizer, Paula Meli, Pedro H. S. Brancalion, Manuel R. Guariguata
Summary: This paper examines the perceptions of stakeholders from 17 Latin American countries on the legal frameworks affecting national forest landscape restoration interventions, finding that there is a lack of articulation in the legal frameworks to enable coordinated deployment of various forest restoration interventions. Efforts in some countries such as Brazil, Colombia, and Mexico to improve cross-sectorial communication and develop innovative financial mechanisms were highlighted, but challenges including weak implementation capacities, insufficient funding, and social conflicts remain as key impediments for policy implementation.
Article
Plant Sciences
Cristina Martinez-Garza, Moises Mendez-Toribio, Eliane Ceccon, Manuel R. Guariguata
Summary: The study evaluated the implementation of the planning phase of restoration projects carried out in Mexico between 1979 and 2016, finding that most projects aimed to recover biodiversity or ecosystem services with budgets mainly focused on field work. However, social variables were seldom evaluated, indicating a need for careful and detailed planning to ensure project success.
BOTANICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Celia A. Harvey, Manuel R. Guariguata
Summary: It is crucial to raise awareness on the importance of promoting the sustainable management of woodfuels within the FLR agenda, as they play a significant role in many regions. By enhancing wood fuel supply through growing trees, promoting fuel-efficient technologies, and reducing pressure on natural forests, the sustainability and success of FLR initiatives can be greatly improved.
CONSERVATION SCIENCE AND PRACTICE
(2021)