Ramachandra T V, Rajinikanth R, Ranjini V G
Centre for Ecological Sciences, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India.
J Environ Biol. 2005 Jun;26(2 Suppl):439-47.
This paper with case studies discusses the valuation of ecosystems considering the direct, indirect and existence benefits. The economic valuation of wetlands helps to understand the constituent's functions and benefits and this exercise could act as a catalyst for wetland conservation. The services provided by these wetlands are innumerable and these values are often lost through inappropriate development and are used inefficiently due to lack of knowledge about the vital functions performed by them. Linkages between use values and ecosystem functions are highlighted to raise awareness among the users. The role of the stake-holders especially public and private sectors in managing the ecosystems in a sustainable manner has also been outlined in this paper while evolving the management strategies.
本文通过案例研究讨论了考虑直接、间接和存在效益的生态系统估值。湿地的经济估值有助于理解其组成部分的功能和效益，这一做法可成为湿地保护的催化剂。这些湿地提供的服务数不胜数，而这些价值常常因不当开发而丧失，且由于对其重要功能缺乏了解而未得到有效利用。文中强调了使用价值与生态系统功能之间的联系，以提高使用者的认识。在制定管理策略时，本文还概述了利益相关者，特别是公共和私营部门在以可持续方式管理生态系统方面的作用。
