Assessing visitors’ preferences for ecosystem features in a desert biodiversity hotspot

2017 ◽  
Vol 45 (1) ◽  
pp. 75-82 ◽  
Author(s):  
CLAUDIA CERDA ◽  
JUAN PABLO FUENTES ◽  
CARMEN LUZ DE LA MAZA ◽  
CARLA LOUIT ◽  
ANA ARAOS
Keyword(s):  
Soil Quality ◽  
Choice Experiment ◽  
Economic Value ◽  
Atacama Desert ◽  
Biodiversity Hotspot ◽  
Environmental Attributes ◽  
High Conservation ◽  
Pollinating Insects ◽  
Conservation Values ◽  
Woody Shrubs

SUMMARYWe estimated visitors’ willingness to pay (WTP) for a variety of environmental attributes in a protected area of the Atacama Desert, a biodiversity hotspot in northern Chile. By using a choice experiment, WTP was estimated for the protection of the following attributes: animals (mammals, amphibians, reptiles and birds), pollinating insects, plants (cacti and woody shrubs), soil quality and pristine landscapes. Visitors placed economic value on all of the attributes. The marginal mean WTP/visitor for the single levels of variation in the attributes ranged from US$4 (for supporting research on foxes) to US$26 (for maintaining soil quality) per visitor per month. These results can contribute to deciding which attributes are likely to be successful at raising funds for conservation. Our approach may be relevant to protected areas of the world with high conservation values, little funding and a lack of large, charismatic species.

scholarly journals PEMETAAN DAN ANALISA KONFLIK ANTARA MASYARAKAT DESA MENAMANG KIRI DAN PT SURYA HUTANI JAYA KABUPATEN KUTAI KARTANEGARA KALIMANTAN TIMUR

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 420-433
Author(s):  
Naldi Gantika
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Asia Pacific ◽  
Plantation Forest ◽  
East Kalimantan ◽  
The People ◽  
Forestry Sector ◽  
Work Area ◽  
High Conservation ◽  
Conservation Values ◽  
Mediation Processes

The urge for a peaceful and fair settlement of forestry conflicts also encourages business actors in the Indonesian forestry sector to develop conflict resolution mechanisms through dialogue and mediation processes through both mandatory (mandatory) and voluntary (voluntary) mechanisms. The commitment to apply the principle of FPIC (Free, Prior and Informed Consent) or free consent without coercion along its industrial supply chain (Supply Chain) has been declared by plantation companies under the banner of the APP (Asian Pulp and Paper) or Sinar Mas forestry (SMF) group and the APRIL group (Asia Pacific Resources International Limited). Not only that, the commitment to maintaining High Conservation Values ​​contained in the company's work area was also expressed by the two major groups of players in the plantation forest industry in Indonesia. This condition has created opportunities for improved access and relations between the conflicting parties. In East Kalimantan, Conflict Mapping and Analysis was carried out in Menamang Kiri Village, Muara Kaman District, Kutai Kertanegara Regency. In the spatial mapping analysis that was carried out, part of the village of Menamang Kiri was within the concession of PT Surya Hutani Jaya (PT SRH), a wood supplier to APP. Mapping and Conflict Analysis is focused on extracting information related to governance and land management by PT SRH and the people of Menamang Kiri Village, conflicts or potential conflicts that arise and the parties involved, the perceptions of each party related to differences in interests, and policy analysis.

PROCESS IN THE HIGH CONSERVATION VALUE (HCV) CONCEPT WITHIN COMMUNITY-MANAGED FORESTS: CASE STUDY OF COPAL AND BB COMMUNITY FORESTS IN CAMEROON

2010 ◽  
Vol 12 (02) ◽  
pp. 215-237 ◽  
Author(s):  
ADJÉ OLIVIER AHIMIN ◽  
MARIE MBOLO
Keyword(s):  
Decision Makers ◽  
Conservation Value ◽  
Empirical Knowledge ◽  
Managed Forests ◽  
Forest Stewardship Council ◽  
Community Forests ◽  
High Conservation ◽  
Conservation Values ◽  
Forest Stewardship

The concept of "High Conservation Value" which was initially used by the Forest Stewardship Council, now plays an increasingly important role in several areas, and most significantly in the design and implementation of development projects. Within the framework of certification of community forests in Cameroon, this concept has been implemented in close collaboration with interested communities. Based on the activities conducted, it is worth noting that the consideration of informal management methods appear to result in better protection of biodiversity. Several categories of High Conservation Values were identified in 2 community-managed forests (Coopérative des Paysans de la Lékié & Bimbia Bonadikombo Community Forests) in Cameroon. Rare or endangered ecosystems, more than 300 plant species and more than 20 wildlife species, including endemic, rare, threatened or endangered species were found. Traditional conservation methods based on culture, as well as some ancestral practices and beliefs help to achieve this protection. Decision-makers and academics should learn from this empirical knowledge for protection programmes and projects of biodiversity.

scholarly journals The existence of High Conservation Value Forest (HCVF) in Perum Perhutani KPH Kendal to support Implementation of FSC Certification

2018 ◽  
Vol 31 ◽  
pp. 08019
Author(s):  
Sri Sulistyowati ◽  
Sudharto P. Hadi
Keyword(s):  
Implementation Process ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Monitoring And Evaluation ◽  
Buffer Zone ◽  
Conservation Value ◽  
Conservation Area ◽  
Critically Endangered Species ◽  
Manis Javanica ◽  
High Conservation ◽  
Conservation Values

High Conservation Value Forest (HCVF) is the identification of High Conservation Values that are important and need to be protected. Under FSC certification mechanism, HCVF becomes one of Principles and Criteria to attain certification. In this study, we identify the existence of HCVF in Perum Perhutani KPH Kendal to support implementation process of FSC certification. Qualitative method was conducted through observation and secondary data from Perum Perhutani KPH Kendal. Data analysis showed through ecolabel certification, Perum Perhutani KPH Kendal has been identified HCVF area covering 2,715.5 hectares consists of HCV 1 until 6. Secondary Natural Forest (HAS) Subah and Kaliwungu for Ulolanang and Pagerwunung Nature Reserve buffer zone include as HCV 1.1, conservation area of leopard (Panthera pardus melas) and Pangolin (Manis javanica).for HCV 1.2, conservation area of lutung (Trachypiyhecus auratus) as endemic species for CITES App I and Critically Endangered species include as HCV 1.3, Goa kiskendo for bats species habitat include as HCV 1.4, regions of interest species for Deer (Cervus timorensis) and Kepodang (Oriolus chinensis) as HCV 2.3, Germplasm Protection Region/ KPPN area with high biodiversity include as HCV 3, river border area and water springs for HCV 4. While, utilization of firewood, grass for cattle fodder include as HCV 5 and 14 cultural sites include as HCV 6. From monitoring and evaluation of HCVF data, showed that in 2011-2015 the level of diversity for flora and fauna were increased.

Larger leeches attack from higher ground – size-dependent preferences for ambush sites in the Bornean terrestrial leech Haemadipsa picta

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (03) ◽  
pp. 140-143
Author(s):  
Krzysztof Miler ◽  
Aleksandra Gurgul ◽  
Maja Peryga ◽  
Marcin Czarnoleski
Keyword(s):  
Body Length ◽  
Rain Forest ◽  
Choice Experiment ◽  
Biodiversity Hotspot ◽  
South East Asia ◽  
Natural Conditions ◽  
Experimental Conditions ◽  
Size Dependent ◽  
Foraging Tactics ◽  
The Vertical Distribution

AbstractThe rain forests of South-East Asia represent a biodiversity hotspot of terrestrial leeches, but we have only fragmentary and often anecdotal information on this component of tropical communities. To address the foraging tactics of terrestrial leeches, we studied the vertical distribution of Haemadipsa picta on foliage in a Bornean tropical rain forest. We investigated the links between leech body length and the above-ground height of their ambush positions under natural conditions and in a choice experiment performed under semi-natural conditions. We studied 167 leeches, which varied considerably with respect to body length (4–29 mm). On average, the leeches ambushed at lower heights under natural conditions than under experimental conditions (47.7 cm vs. 67.5 cm), though the heights of ambush positions overlapped considerably. Leeches that chose higher ambush positions under natural conditions consistently chose higher ambush positions in the experiment (Pearson r = 0.29). Under both natural and experimental conditions, leech body length was positively correlated with the height of ambush positions (Pearson r = 0.48); on average, a 1-mm increase in body length corresponded to a 2–3 cm higher ambush position. Our findings suggest that H. picta individuals actively choose hunting locations according to their above-ground height, shifting their ambush sites over ontogeny to higher foliage. We hypothesize that growing leeches might target different prey following ontogenetic shifts in the foraging optima, ultimately decreasing intraspecific competition.

Carabid Beetle and vegetation associations in the Tasmanian Eastern Tiers: implications for conservation

1998 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 240 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karyl Michaels ◽  
Louise Mendel
Keyword(s):  
Evaluation Criteria ◽  
Vegetation Classification ◽  
Carabid Beetle ◽  
Conservation Value ◽  
Pitfall Traps ◽  
High Conservation ◽  
Conservation Values ◽  
Conservation Assessments ◽  
Sclerophyll Forests

The distribution and abundance of the carabid beetle fauna of selected grassy ecosystems, wet and dry sclerophyll forests, and wet heaths in the Eastern Tiers, Tasmania was examined using pitfall traps. The conservation values of the sites were assessed by applying evaluation criteria typically used for vegetation (i.e., representativeness, typicalness, diversity and rarity) to both the carabid fauna data and the vegetation data. Sites of high conservation value for carabids and vegetation were identified and compared. Sites that ranked highest in terms of the carabid fauna on all conservation criteria were not the sites that ranked highest based on the vegetation. Classification of sites produced different results depending on whether plant or carabid data were used. Conservation based solely on vegetation attributes will therefore not necessarily conserve a rich and/or representative carabid fauna. If the objective to conserve a representative range of all biota is to be met, the use of additional taxa such as carabids in conservation assessments is desirable.

scholarly journals The Biggest Bang for the Buck: Valuation of Various Components of a Regional Promotion Campaign by Participating Restaurants

2014 ◽  
Vol 46 (2) ◽  
pp. 193-208 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ran Xie ◽  
Olga Isengildina-Massa ◽  
Carlos E. Carpio
Keyword(s):  
South Carolina ◽  
Willingness To Pay ◽  
Logit Model ◽  
Choice Experiment ◽  
Economic Value ◽  
Mixed Logit ◽  
Mixed Logit Model ◽  
Positive Economic ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction

This study examined how various components of the Certified South Carolina campaign are valued by participating restaurants. A choice experiment was conducted to estimate the average willingness to pay (WTP) for each campaign component using a mixed logit model. Three existing campaign components—Labeling, Multimedia Advertising, and the “Fresh on the Menu” program—were found to have a significant positive economic value. Results also revealed that the type of restaurant, the level of satisfaction with the campaign, and the factors motivating participation significantly affected restaurants' WTP for the campaign components.

Preferences for nature-based solutions aiming at reducing flood risks. Results of a Discrete Choice Experiment in the Lez catchment (France)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cécile Hérivaux ◽  
Philippe Le Coënt
Keyword(s):  
Discrete Choice Experiment ◽  
Discrete Choice ◽  
Green Infrastructure ◽  
Choice Experiment ◽  
Agricultural Land ◽  
Economic Value ◽  
Urban Heat Islands ◽  
Heat Islands ◽  
Flood Risks ◽  
Wide Range

<p>Nature-based solutions (NBS) are increasingly being promoted as a means of reducing water-related risks, particularly flood risks. These solutions can also generate a wide range of co-benefits (e.g., climate regulation, air quality regulation, reduction of urban heat islands), and may pose some constraints in contexts with high population growth and urban development. Understanding and evaluating these co-benefits and constraints can be a lever to facilitate the implementation of these solutions.</p><p>We implement a Discrete Choice Experiment survey in the Lez catchment (France) to assess residents’ preferences for different types of NBS and levels of implementation and to evaluate the monetary value of NBS co-benefits. We consider two types of NBS: i) the conservation of natural and agricultural land (by limiting urban sprawl) and ii) the introduction of green infrastructure into the city.  </p><p>The results obtained from 400 households living in the Lez basin show that people associate many co-benefits with NBS and that these co-benefits are greater than constraints. The econometric analysis reveals that respondents prefer the most ambitious levels of NBS implementation. The mean overall amount residents are willing to pay for the co-benefits generated by NBS are estimated between 133€ and 178€ household/year depending on the NBS types and levels of implementation. Results also show significant levels of heterogeneity of the preference for NBS between respondent types.</p><p>This analysis confirms that people attach an economic value to the co-benefits associated to NBS primarily aiming at reducing flood risk. It gives insights to understand i) which category of population is more or less in favour of different NBS solutions and ii) which co-benefit is particularly influencial in the value granted by the population to the proposed NBS strategies. This application of the Choice Experiment methodology is one of the first application of the methodology to the evaluation of NBS. This work was carried out as part of the EU H2020 NAIAD project.</p>

scholarly journals The Usefulness of the Discrete Choice Experiment in Providing Effective Healthcare

2014 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nikolina Dukić
Keyword(s):  
Discrete Choice Experiment ◽  
Discrete Choice ◽  
Choice Experiment ◽  
Economic Value ◽  
Public Health Care ◽  
Economic Evaluations ◽  
Public Healthcare ◽  
Healthcare Intervention ◽  
Marginal Rate ◽  
Marginal Rate Of Substitution

Given that in times of crisis the burden of chronic disease is increasing, preventive interventions are becoming more important as they affect the maintenance and improvement of the population’s health, therefore reducing government spending on the sick leave and disability benefits. As public healthcare is characterized by administrative decision-making and relying on non-market mechanisms in the resource allocation, it requires the implementation of economic evaluations. This discussion shows that because the specifics of public healthcare complicate the data collection of revealed (market) preferences, it is necessary to rely on stated preferences of respondents in order to evaluate the economic value of health interventions as well to improve public health care interventions and make them more patients oriented. Also, this article explores the method of discrete choice experiment along with its applications in healthcare, which seeks to identify the marginal rate of substitution between relevant attributes of public healthcare intervention and its impact on the patients’ choice, hence enabling a broad application of the method.

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