Based on a comprehensive analysis of key definitions of Green Infrastructure (GI) and their
conceptual evolution, we present a review of current GI mapping approaches at multiple …

Increasing demand for benefits provided by riverine ecosystems threatens their sustainable
provision. The ecosystem service concept is a promising avenue to inform riverine …

Vegetation in river floodplains has important functions for biodiversity, but can also have a
negative influence on flood safety. Floodplain vegetation is becoming increasingly …

Floodplains provide critical ecosystem services to local and downstream communities by
retaining floodwaters, sediments, and nutrients. The dynamic nature of floodplains is such …

Agriculture plays a key role in managing the peri-urban landscapes in Europe, influencing
their social, aesthetic and environmental functions. Considering the increase in urban …

The functions of river floodplains often conflict spatially, for example, water conveyance
during peak discharge and diverse riparian ecology. Such functions are often associated …

The potential spread of pollutants stored in environmental hotspots such as wastewater
treatment plants, waste handling facilities, contaminated sites, etc., is among the adverse …

The results and the reflection of the practical relevance of ES show that the ES concept is
applicable for river and floodplain management, and at the same time, stakeholders are …

This manuscript analyzes and discusses viewpoints concerning the renaturalization of
floodplains as an instrument of management in large catchments, using natural flood …

SUMMARY The Pantanal, located in South America, is the largest freshwater wetland of the
world. This wetland houses a unique biodiversity and owns an aesthetic beauty admired …