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Ecosystem-Based Mitigation : Harnessing Nature for Climate Solutions, Biodiversity Conservation, and Sustainable Development - Robert C. Brears

Ecosystem-Based Mitigation

Harnessing Nature for Climate Solutions, Biodiversity Conservation, and Sustainable Development

By: Robert C. Brears

Paperback | 8 May 2025

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Ecosystem-Based Mitigation: Harnessing Nature for Climate Solutions, Biodiversity Conservation, and Sustainable Development provides a comprehensive exploration of the critical role ecosystems play in addressing climate change. It examines the potential of forests, wetlands, grasslands, and coastal ecosystems to act as natural carbon sinks while delivering co-benefits such as biodiversity preservation, improved livelihoods, and enhanced climate resilience.

This book equips professionals with actionable insights into ecosystem-based approaches, including strategies for carbon sequestration, innovative restoration techniques, and the use of advanced tools such as remote sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for monitoring and assessment. It also addresses the challenges of implementation, offering practical solutions to overcome financial, institutional, technical, and social barriers.

Designed for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners, this resource emphasizes collaboration and innovation as drivers for scaling nature-based solutions. The book outlines pathways for integrating these approaches into climate strategies, development planning, and policy frameworks, ensuring alignment with global sustainability goals.

Grounded in practical applications and forward-looking perspectives, Ecosystem-Based Mitigation serves as a vital guide for professionals seeking to advance climate action through the sustainable management of ecosystems.

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