Towards a national ecosystem assessment in Germany:a plea for a comprehensive approach
In: Albert , C , Neßhöver , C , Schröter , M , Wittmer , H , Bonn , A , Burkhard , B , Dauber , J , Döring , R , Fürst , C , Grunewald , K , Haase , D , Hansjürgens , B , Hauck , J , Hinzmann , M , Koellner , T , Plieninger , T , Rabe , S E , Ring , I , Spangenberg , J H , Stachow , U , Wüstemann , H & Görg , C 2017 , ' Towards a national ecosystem assessment in Germany : a plea for a comprehensive approach ' , Gaia , vol. 26 , no. 1 , pp. 27-33 . https://doi.org/10.14512/gaia.26.1.8
We present options for a National Ecosystem Assessment in Germany (NEA-DE) that could inform decision-makers on the state and trends of ecosystems and ecosystem services. Characterizing a NEA-DE, we argue that its cross-sectoral, integrative approach would have the advantages of increased scientific understanding, addressing specific policy questions and creating science-policy dialogues. Challenges include objections against a utilitarian perspective, reservations concerning power relations, and responsibilities concerning the funding ; We present options for a National Ecosystem Assessment in Germany (NEA-DE) that could inform decision-makers on the state and trends of ecosystems and ecosystem services. Characterizing a NEA-DE, we argue that its cross-sectoral, integrative approach would have the advantages of increased scientific understanding, addressing specific policy questions and creating science-policy dialogues. Challenges include objections against a utilitarian perspective, reservations concerning power relations, and responsibilities concerning the funding.