Linking coastal ecosystems and human well-being : learning from conceptual frameworks and empirical results
2008
Kallesoe, M. F. |
Bambaradeniya, Channa N. B. |
Iftikhar, Usman Ali |
Ranasinghe, Thushara |
Miththapala, Sriyanie |
This technical report uses the framework of the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment to extend awareness on the value of coastal ecosystems, their products and services for human well-being (i.e. livelihood security and development benefits) and shows how economic valuation of coastal ecosystem services can be a valuable tool for conservation managers and development decision-makers. It presents case studies from Sri Lanka and Thailand.