Biodiversity In Environmental Assessment

First of its kind and unique in its blend of theoretical and practical approaches for mainstreaming biodiversity in impact assessment.

This Handbook presents state-of-the-art methodological guidance and discussion of international practice related to the integration of biodiversity and ecosystem services in impact assessment, featuring contributions from leading researchers and practitioners the world over. Its multidisciplinary approach covers contributions across five continents to broaden the scope of the field both thematically and geographically.

"Human induced development activities are introduced with insufficient attention to their consequences for our living environment, even in cases where environmental assessments have been carried out. This apparent lack of attention to biodiversity in environmental assessment is rooted in the difficulties we have in adequately addressing biodiversity within the scope, time frame and budget allocated for assessments. This book provides a conceptual background and practical approaches to overcome these difficulties. It integrates the objectives of the Convention on Biological Diversity, its ecosystem approach, and the conceptual framework of the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment into a comprehensive approach to biodiversity in environmental assessment. It highlights the need to consider the value of biodiversity based on its use by each stakeholder, addresses the importance of both social and economic development to reach the Millennium Development Goals, and provides insights into ways to balance present and future needs"--Provided by publisher

"Human induced development activities are introduced with insufficient attention to their consequences for our living environment, even in cases where environmental assessments have been carried out. This apparent lack of attention to biodiversity in environmental assessment is rooted in the difficulties we have in adequately addressing biodiversity within the scope, time frame and budget allocated for assessments. This book provides a conceptual background and practical approaches to overcome these difficulties. It integrates the objectives of the Convention on Biological Diversity, its ecosystem approach, and the conceptual framework of the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment into a comprehensive approach to biodiversity in environmental assessment. It highlights the need to consider the value of biodiversity based on its use by each stakeholder, addresses the importance of both social and economic development to reach the Millennium Development Goals, and provides insights into ways to balance present and future needs"--Provided by publisher

First of its kind and unique in its blend of theoretical and practical approaches for mainstreaming biodiversity in impact assessment.

Biodiversity Assumed Prominence At The Global Level Over The Past One And Half Decade. This Was In Part Due To The Increasing Recognition Of The Economic Potential Of Biodiversity. Almost All Cultures Have In Some Way Or Form Recognized The Importance That Nature, And Its Biological Diversity Has Had Upon Them And The Need To Maintain It. Yet, Power, Greed And Politics Have Affected The Precarious Balance. It Is Necessary That We Conserve And Preserve Our Biodiversity At All Levels. The Present Book Biodiversity- Impact And Assessment Includes 15 Chapters On The Topics Which Are Contributing Toward This Goal. Chapters On Biodiversity-The Concepts, Measurements And Status; Biodiversity Of Mangrove Ecosystems Of Orissa And Its Conservation; Biodiversity Crisis Management; Biodiversity Of Tropical Deciduous Forest Of Amarkantak Biosphere Reserve; Biodiversity Granaries Of Orissa; Diversity Of Grass Flora Of West Bengal Provides Detailed Information On The Topics. Articles On Trees And Shrubs Of Koch Bihar (W. Bengal); The Palms Of West Bengal; Maize : Advances In Domestic And Industrial Uses; Edible Pteridophytes In India Provide Sufficient Information On The Varied Plants. Article On Comparative Tree Community Analysis Of Evergreen Forests Of Peninsular India; Ground Flora Diversity Under Man-Made Forests And Invasive Alien Plants-A Threat To The Biosphere Have Added Value To The Book. This Book Will Be Highly Beneficial To Students, Teachers And Research Workers In The Field Of Environment, Botany, Biodiversity Conservation, Ecology, Zoology And Forestry.