The balancing act of urban conservation
Katherine J. Turo, Mary M. Gardiner
Abstract
As investment in urban conservation grows, researchers must balance the needs of residents and conservation targets. We discuss some of the challenges we have encountered and the importance of taking a transdisciplinary approach informed by design and social knowledge.
Topics & Concepts
Balance (ability)Conservation scienceEnvironmental planningInvestment (military)Environmental resource managementBusinessGeographyPolitical scienceEcologyMedicineBiologyEconomicsBiodiversityPoliticsLawPhysical medicine and rehabilitationUrban Green Space and HealthLand Use and Ecosystem ServicesUrban Heat Island Mitigation