scholarly journals Achieving Sustainable Tourism through Payment for Ecosystem Service (PES) Program: Case Study of Marine Tourism in Gili Matra Indonesia

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 12-20
Author(s):  
Diswandi Diswandi ◽  
Luluk Fadliyanti ◽  
Mansur Afifi ◽  
Hailuddin Hailuddin
Keyword(s):  
Ecosystem Services ◽  
Coral Reefs ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Contingent Valuation Method ◽  
Sustainable Tourism ◽  
Sustainable Tourism Development ◽  
Marine Tourism ◽  
Valuation Method ◽  
Promising Solution

Harmonization of tourism and conservation activities can be used to achieve sustainable tourism. Regarding this matter, the Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES) program could be a promising solution to be implemented. By considering marine tourism in Gili Matra, Lombok, this study applied quantitative research method to analyzed the possibility of sustainable tourism development through the PES scheme for harmonizing marine tourism and preserve coral reefs. Data was collected thorugh survey to 100 international tourists that were selected randomly. Using the Contingent Valuation Method (CVM), this study found that international tourists were willing to pay an average of USD 21.46 per visit to contribute to the PES program to sustain the existence of coral reefs and other marine biotas as ecosystem services provided by Gili Matra. The tourists’ educational and income levels influenced their willingness to pay.

scholarly journals Is There A Quick Path For Valuation Of Ecosystem Services?-A Comparative Study In Xiu River, China

2018 ◽  
Vol 53 ◽  
pp. 03033
Author(s):  
Tongyang Wei ◽  
Yong Yang
Keyword(s):  
Ecosystem Services ◽  
Contingent Valuation Method ◽  
Benefit Transfer ◽  
Jiangxi Province ◽  
Ecosystem Services Value ◽  
Valuation Method ◽  
Chinese Case ◽  
Transfer Method ◽  
Special Benefit

This paper uses the valuation of Xiu River Hydrological Regulating services in Jiangxi province, China as a case study to compare 3 methods to value the ecosystem services, i.e improved contingent valuation method, choice based conjoint analysis and special benefit transfer method. Willingness to pay is estimated by using Logit and Clogit with contrasting controls for non-protests residents. This study discusses the implications of these findings and direction for related future researches into the ecosystem services valuation in China. Appropriate methods should be used for different valuation proposes, rather than blindly using special benefit transfer method just for its convenience. China should construct Ecosystem services value table based on Chinese case studies.

scholarly journals Towards integrated mapping and assessment of ecosystems and their services in Bulgaria: The Central Balkan case study

One Ecosystem ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. e25428 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stoyan Nedkov ◽  
Bilyana Borisova ◽  
Boian Koulov ◽  
Miglena Zhiyanski ◽  
Svetla Bratanova-Doncheva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ecosystem Services ◽  
Contingent Valuation Method ◽  
Economic Valuation ◽  
Local Population ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Assessment Methods ◽  
Data Availability ◽  
Valuation Method ◽  
The Eu

The aim of the EU Biodiversity Strategy to 2020 isto maintain and enhance ecosystem services (ES) in Europe and requires all Member States to map and assess the state of ecosystems and their services in the respective national territories. The EU-funded project ESMERALDA analyses ES mapping and assessment methods and approaches in their biophysical, social and economical perspectives, as well as their application in different case studies. The project also aims at the development of an integrated and consistent assessment framework. In Bulgaria, methodological guides for evaluation and mapping of the services provided by the nine main types of ecosystems have been prepared together with the respective proposals for their implementation in the national assessment. The Bulgarian research team analyses and tests various aspects of ecosystem services mapping and assessment, such as alternative economic assessments, multi-criteria analyses and biophysical assessment approaches, mapping challenges and local population surveys. In this paper paper, we review the ES activities in Bulgaria and present selected mapping and assessment methods tested in the Central Balkan case study area. It provides relevant examples for the implementation of integrated mapping and assessment of ecosystem services at local and regional level, where different mapping approaches and techniques are embedded within diverse policy contexts. The main goal of the study is to investigate how the assessment results can support the integration of the ecological functions of the Central Balkan National Park with the economic opportunities that it creates for the local and regional communities. A tiered approach has been used to organise the mapping and assessment exercises in the study area, in order to meet the needs for integrated ecosystem assessment and overcome the limitations of data availability. At tier 1, the study performs identification and initial ES mapping of the whole area. At tier 2, it applies economic valuation for the Municipality of Karlovo by using statistical data and the contingent valuation method. At tier 3, the investigation applies modelling methods to assess carbon storage and flood regulation on a larger scale. The results are presented in the form of maps at all levels, which use a uniform 0 to 5 assessment scale. The integrated approach presented here ensures a clear communication of the end results to the respective decision-makers.

scholarly journals Manchar Lake’s Hypothetical Restoration and Willingness of Fishing Communities to Switch Back To Fishing

2021 ◽  
Vol 40 (1) ◽  
pp. 53-65
Author(s):  
Muhammad Azeem ◽  
Junaid Alam Memon ◽  
Fateh Muhammad Mari
Keyword(s):  
Contingent Valuation Method ◽  
Forced Migration ◽  
Physical Capital ◽  
Fishing Communities ◽  
Income Shocks ◽  
Hypothetical Situation ◽  
Valuation Method ◽  
Manchar Lake ◽  
Complete Transformation

Environmental and anthropogenic changes in lakes have implications for fishers’ livelihoods in form of their forced migration and occupational change. Those advocating lake restorations often face a dilemma whenasked if lake restoration will also restore the lost livelihoods. Answering such questions are difficult because most people are not programmed for frequent changes in their livelihood structures. Using the case study of Manchar Lake fishers who seemingly have faced such transition, this study brings insights on this broad question. We developed an in-person survey based on Contingent Valuation Method (CVM) to study 300 fishers’ responses to a hypothetical situation whereby they were asked to “Switch Back” to Manchar Lake assuming that it has been restored to provide various ecosystem services. Results show that complete transformation in the livelihoods of fishing communities has taken place with remarkable variation in their access to assets and livelihood outcomes. Despite increase in their access to physical capital such as school, hospital, roads, and markets, the communities are still vulnerable to income shocks and rarely enjoy privileges such as house ownership. The comparative state of current and past livelihoods and asset possessions determine ones’ willingness to switch back to fishing in Manchar Lake. Those who may have performed better in the said transition are less likely to return to their erstwhile occupations even if the lake is restored and vice-versa. We conclude that satisfaction with current livelihood outcomes is low and willingness to switch back to fishing in Manchar Lake is high since many had been poor performers in the transition. While the environmental rationale for the Manchar Lake’s ecological restoration already exists, this study suggests that there also exists a socioeconomic rationale albeit in a way that restoration also supports contemporary ecological services such as tourism.

Impacts of Cittaslow philosophy on sustainable tourism development

2020 ◽  
Vol 45 (1/2) ◽  
pp. 173-193 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ecem Ince ◽  
Deniz Iscioglu ◽  
Ali Ozturen
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Sustainable Tourism ◽  
Local Level ◽  
Tourism Development ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Cultural Economic ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Sustainable Tourism Development ◽  
North Cyprus

Purpose Sustainability concept exists in the soul of the Cittaslow (slow city) philosophy. This protest movement is mainly based on the philosophy of sustainability by promoting the “slowness” perspective and the concept of sustainable development at the local level. The purpose of this paper is to analyze the impacts of Cittaslow (slow city) philosophy on support for sustainable tourism development in North Cyprus. In this context, this research study is concentrated on the influences of Cittaslow practices on support for sustainable tourism development with dimensions in terms of socio-cultural, economic and ecological aspects. Design/methodology/approach This study was based on a quantitative research approach to observe the significant effects and meet the objectives. The data were collected randomly by self-administrated questionnaires from residents who are living in the slow cities (Yeni Bogaziçi, Mehmetçik, Lefke, Geçitkale and Tatlisu) at North Cyprus. Findings The partial least squares approach to the structural equation model was used to analyze the data. The research results were discussed the critical issues and consequences in the management of slow cities. Originality/value The slow city concept is a very significant movement that emphasizes the importance of local differences and sustainability. There is a lack of knowledge about the effects of Cittaslow membership and efforts on sustainable tourism development in North Cyprus. The critical factors and implications were pinpointed for enhancing sustainable tourism development in slow cities.

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