Soil Conservation: Strategies, Management and Challenges, Antonio Vieira
Автор: Gifford Robert Название: Research Methods for Environmental Psychology ISBN: 1118795385 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781118795385 Издательство: Wiley Рейтинг: Цена: 6328.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Covering the full spectrum of methodology, the timely and indispensible Research Methods for Environmental surveys the research and application methods for studying, changing, and improving human attitudes, behaviour and well-being in relation to the physical environment.
Автор: Layer Emma Название: Environmental Conservation: Practices and Challenges ISBN: 1682862836 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781682862834 Издательство: Неизвестно Цена: 24621.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Environmental conservation as a discipline is concerned with the improvement, conservation and protection of natural resources. The topics included in this book on green energy, marine biology, biomass and renewable energy sources are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. For all readers who are interested in environmental conservation, the researches included in this book will serve as an excellent guide to develop a comprehensive understanding of this important field. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language and extensive use of examples make this book an invaluable source of knowledge.
Автор: Margaret Lowman; Soubadra Devy; T. Ganesh Название: Treetops at Risk ISBN: 1461471605 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781461471608 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 23757.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Building on important themes that emerged from the 5th international canopy conference, this book summarizes the issue of "treetops at risk" and assembles a global authorship to examine past accomplishments and future initiatives critical in forest conservation.
Автор: German Federal Agency for Nature Conservation; P. Название: Biodiversity and Tourism ISBN: 3642645089 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783642645082 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 15372.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: It is in the best interest of all concerned that tourism become sustainable and environmentally compatible. This need for "sustainable development" is and more by the responsible parties. Moreover, in the being recognised more search for solution strategies the realisation is gaining ground that tourism must be viewed as a worldwide phenomenon whose development must be co-ordinated in a co-operative effort spanning regions and continents. That the preservation of biological diversity also requires global co operation has been confirmed by over 170 countries which have already acceded to the "Convention on Biological Diversity". It is thus an important task to provide the foundations for joint action. Germany, one of the largest source countries of international tourism, must feel particularly obligated in this regard. The report published here is the result of a research project com missioned by the German Federal Agency for Nature Conservation. The study pursued and examined the thesis that the Convention on Biological Diversity be used as a central instrument for arriving at international principles and regulations for combining nature conservation and tourism which could lead to a sustainable development of tourism. To further the discussion, the authors brought the study to a logical conclusion by working out a proposal for a "tourism protocol" additional to the existing Convention on Biodiversity. Such a protocol additional to the Convention would entail the stipulation of internationally binding implementation and regulations for achieving sustainable tourism.
Автор: Margaret Lowman; Soubadra Devy; T. Ganesh Название: Treetops at Risk ISBN: 1489997180 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781489997180 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 22201.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Building on important themes that emerged from the 5th international canopy conference, this book summarizes the issue of "treetops at risk" and assembles a global authorship to examine past accomplishments and future initiatives critical in forest conservation.
Автор: Ribeiro, Felipe Bezerra Название: Crayfish: evolution, habitat and conservation strategies ISBN: 1536169412 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781536169416 Издательство: Nova Science Рейтинг: Цена: 27402.00 р. Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка.
Описание: Crayfish are one of the most iconic freshwater crustacean groups of the world. The wide range of biological adaptations of the freshwater crayfish to the limnetic ecosystems is surprising, as is there is high potential of some taxa to become invasive species. There is a constant growing interest in develop research with freshwater crayfish. They can be an important food source in several countries, the aquarium pet trade and cultural importance, in addition to the presence of several imperilled species. This book brings important reviews of some aspects of diversity, biological features, evolution, habitat characteristics, behaviour and conservation strategies of freshwater crayfish, including native taxa, especially endemic from South America, New Guinea and North America, and non-indigenous species. In South American, new species have been discovered in recent years and are classified in threat categories, indicating the need of more studies regarding taxonomy and conservation. For New Guinean species, data about their exploitation by humans and further perspectives about the improvement of conservation practices are presented. In relation to the North American crayfish, this book brings information about some aspects of biology and behaviour of the burrowing species Procambarus acanthophorus. A global assessment and future perspectives for all alien crayfish species are also presented in this book. Regarding the partenogenetic marbled crayfish, Procambarus virginalis, the book brings an extensive review covering aspects of detection history, biology, ecology, evolution, systematics and utilisation of this species in the world. In addition, an overview of integrative taxonomy studies and cryptic diversity in crayfish is also presented.
Автор: Stephanie L. Greene; Karen A. Williams; Colin K. K Название: North American Crop Wild Relatives, Volume 1 ISBN: 3319951009 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783319951003 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 18167.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: The plant species that humans rely upon have an extended family of wild counterparts that are an important source of genetic diversity used to breed productive crops. These wild and weedy cousins are valuable as a resource for adapting our food, forage, industrial and other crops to climate change. Many wild plant species are also directly used, especially for revegetation, and as medicinal and ornamental plants. North America is rich in these wild plant genetic resources. This book is a valuable reference that describes the important crop wild relatives and wild utilized species found in Canada, the United States and Mexico. The book highlights efforts taken by these countries to conserve and use wild resources and provides essential information on best practices for collecting and conserving them. Numerous maps using up-to-date information and methods illustrate the distribution of important species, and supplement detailed description on the potential value these resources have to agriculture, as well as their conservation statuses and needs. There is broad recognition of the urgent need to conserve plant diversity; however, a small fraction of wild species is distinguished by their potential to support agricultural production. Many of these species are common, even weedy, and are easily overshadowed by rare or endangered plants. Nevertheless, because of their genetic proximity to agriculturally important crops or direct use, they deserve to be recognized, celebrated, conserved, and made available to support food and agricultural security. This comprehensive two-volume reference will be valuable for students and scientists interested in economic botany, and for practitioners at all levels tasked with conserving plant biodiversity.The chapters 'Public Education and Outreach Opportunities for Crop Wild Relatives in North America' and 'Genetic Resources of Crop Wild Relatives – A Canadian Perspective' are open access under a CC BY 4.0 license via link.springer.com.
Автор: Rajeev Pratap Singh; Alan S. Kolok; Shannon L. Bar Название: Water Conservation, Recycling and Reuse: Issues and Challenges ISBN: 9811331782 ISBN-13(EAN): 9789811331787 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 20962.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Water - a basic element of life, livelihood, food security and sustainable development - holds the key to global sustainability. The global water demand has been increased 3-fold in the past five decades and only 0.4% of the total world’s fresh water resources is available and accessible for use. The United Nations projected that half of all countries will face water scarcity by 2025 and more than one-third of the world’s population could be affected by water stress by 2050. The water problem is rapidly intensifying in the Asian region, and around 700 million people do not have access to safe drinking water. Similarly, according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report, by 2050, more than one billion people in Asia alone are projected to experience negative impacts on water resources as a result of climate change. Climate change is also putting extra pressure on and adversely affecting the global water cycle, leading to irregular precipitation, more floods and droughts and creating an imbalance between water supply and demand. The availability of safe water is a major global concern due to the rapidly increasing population, urbanization, unsustainable consumption patterns, and rapid shifts in land use. It is believed that reduced access to freshwater will have cascading consequences that will pose threat to global food security, livelihood security, and cause large scale migration and economic and geopolitical tensions. As such, strategies for water conservation, wastewater reuse and recycling should be adopted in order to lessen the gap between supply and demand for water for different activities. This book provides readers with a better understanding of the water security challenges, and presents innovations to address these challenges, strengthen the science-policy interface, and develop institutional and human capacities for water security and sustainability.
The study of literature and the environment evokes and promotes this highly original eco-critical collection and its contributions to evaluating the preservation of nature and human attachment and to situate it at a local, communitarian, or bio-regional level. Revisiting eco-literature can aid our exploration of numerous global issues and challenges through a literary rendition of the natural world in poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. Reflecting on different works will prompt the readers to intensify their search for viable and effective choices and healthy alternatives in a confusing world.
Описание: Protecting special places that are in danger of being lost forever requires urgent action. It`s time for bold conservation strategies to accelerate land protection around the world.
Описание: Foreword.- Preface.- Part 1. General thoughts on transdisciplinarity, economics and ecology.- Chapter 1. Towards a transdisciplinary ecological economics: a cognitive approach.- Chapter 2. The 'Tragedy of the Commons' and the role of the money interest rate.- Chapter 3. Allocative efficiency and property rights in ecological economics: why we need to distinguish between man-made capital and natural resources.- Part 2. Chile.- Chapter 4. Subsidizing green deserts in southern Chile - between fast growth and sustainability of Forest Management.- Chapter 5. Land use as a socio-ecological system: developing a transdisciplinary approach to studies of land use change in south-central Chile.- Chapter 6. Between extractivism and conservation: tree plantations, forest reserves, and peasant territorialities in Los Rнos, Chile.- Chapter 7. Land tenure insecurity and forest conservation in Chile: the case of the Mapuche Huilliche indigenous communities in the coastal range rainforests of Mapu Lahual.- Chapter 8. Towards a New Forest Model for Chile: managing forest ecosystems to increase their social, ecological and economic benefits.- Chapter 9. On ecosystem dynamics for the conservation of wetlands and forest.- Part 3. Brazil.- Chapter 10. Transdisciplinary case study approaches to the ecological restoration of rainforest ecosystems.- Chapter 11. Forest governance in Brazil and Chile: institutions and practices in the implementation of sustainable management of native forests.- Chapter 12. Municipal private natural heritage reserves: uses and attributions of Natural Protected Areas in the city of Curitiba (PR).- Chapter 13. Understanding adoption and design of incentive-based forest conservation policies: a case study of the SISA Program in Acre, Brazil.- Conclusions.- Index.
The reasons behind and significance of the book. Problematic Wildlife and modern world.
(F.M. Angelici, L. Rossi, Italian Foundation for Vertebrate Zoology, Italy)
This starting chapter, fully introduces the topic of the book. The reasons for publishing this second volume on 'Problematic Wildlife' are explained. The fundamental reason is that although it will be difficult to deal with all the existing themes that can be part of the topic of problematic wildlife, we will try to analyze cases not previously covered in the first book. Some specific topics, for ex. the big cats man-eaters, have only been treated in great synthesis in the first volume, where, on the contrary, the theme of the attacks of wolves to humans has been deepened. Then, another example, the one related to the urban fauna, positive and compatible situations with human activities, or, on the contrary, very problematic cases, which need solutions. Or the big problem of wildlife and problems related to road traffic. And so on, some chapters deal with snakes, always causing problems to be addressed, or the problem of coexistence between hunting and nature conservation.
Section 1: Large carnivores, humans and environment.
Man eaters: for a human-wildlife coexistence. A review.
(S.M. Shepherd; University of Pennsylvania Healthcare System, USA)
A large carnivore among people and livestock: the common leopard.
(U. Khan, F. Ferretti, S. Ali Shah, S. Lovari; University of Siena, Italy)
Mitigation of conflicts between humans and large carnivores is a major challenge in wildlife conservation. Habitat loss and depletion of wild prey, as well as easy availability of livestock, are expected to increase livestock depredation and, in turn, emphasise conflicts.
We assessed the interactions between leopards Panthera pardus and humans, in three study areas lying on a densely inhabited Himalayan part of Pakistan (c. 328 km2): a protected, largely forested area (Ayubia National Park and its surroundings, ANP) and two areas with a greater level of anthropogenic activities and lower extent of forest cover (Murree, MF; Transitional Area, TA).
We suggest that only the implementation of synergistic actions, i.e. habitat protection, prey restoration and better practices of livestock management, would lead to mitigate human-leopard conflict and to increase the long-term survival of this large predator.
Evolution of wolf habitat occupancy and feeding habits in Italy: implications for species conservation and conflict resolution with humans.
(A. Meriggi, E. Torretta, O. Dondina; University of Pavia, Italy)
Despite the generally positive trend of European populations, the wolf is still today a challenging species to conserve, particularly in the most anthropogenic southern European countries, because of its conflict with humans. In this chapter we summarize the dynamics of wolf distribution in Italy, one of the most densely populated European countries, over the last 50 years. Finally, we consider how to mitigate the wolf-human conflict and suggest effective management of wolf populations.
Section 2: Urban environment and wildlife.
"Good" and "bad" urban wildlife.
(G. Perry, C. Boal, R. Verble, M. Wallace; Texas Tech, USA)
Urban environments offer habitat for many species of animals. Although some of those are ubiquitous and/or undesirable, others are native and in some cases, of conservation value. In many cases, urban wildlife populations are a source of enjoyment for human residents, who sometimes invest considerable amounts in attracting them to yards and public space
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