Operationalizing an ecosystem services-based approach using Bayesian Belief Networks: An application to riparian buffer strips

B-Tier
Journal: Ecological Economics
Year: 2015
Volume: 110
Issue: C
Pages: 15-27

Authors (6)

McVittie, Alistair (not in RePEc) Norton, Lisa (not in RePEc) Martin-Ortega, Julia (not in RePEc) Siameti, Ioanna (not in RePEc) Glenk, Klaus (Scotland's Rural College) Aalders, Inge (not in RePEc)

Score contribution per author:

0.335 = (α=2.01 / 6 authors) × 1.0x B-tier

α: calibrated so average coauthorship-adjusted count equals average raw count

Abstract

The interface between terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems contributes to the provision of key ecosystem services including improved water quality and reduced flood risk. We develop an ecological–economic model using a Bayesian Belief Network (BBN) to assess and value the delivery of ecosystem services from riparian buffer strips. By capturing the interactions underlying ecosystem processes and the delivery of services we aim to further the operationalization of ecosystem services approaches. The model is developed through outlining the underlying ecological processes which deliver ecosystem services. Alternative management options and regional locations are used for sensitivity analysis.

Technical Details

RePEc Handle
repec:eee:ecolec:v:110:y:2015:i:c:p:15-27
Journal Field
Environment
Author Count
6
Added to Database
2026-01-25