Nature's Wealth The Economics of Ecosystem Services and Poverty |
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| Editor:
| van Beukering, Pieter J. H.
Papyrakis, Elissaios
Bouma, Jetske
Brouwer, Roy |
| Series title: | Ecology, Biodiversity and Conservation Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-107-69804-8 |
| Publication Date: | Mar 2013 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $35.99 |
Book Description:
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Based on eighteen studies in more than twenty developing countries, this book explores the role of biodiversity-, marine-, forest-, water- and land-related ecosystem services in supporting the livelihoods of the poor around the world. The authors present innovative management opportunities that improve local livelihoods and alleviate poverty while enhancing ecosystem protection.
Based on eighteen studies in more than twenty developing countries, this book explores the role of biodiversity-, marine-, forest-, water- and land-related ecosystem services in supporting the livelihoods of the poor around the world. The authors present innovative management opportunities that improve local livelihoods and alleviate poverty while enhancing ecosystem protection.