Humans are dependent upon the services provided by nature, and unless we effectively
account for the range of values from ecosystems in our efforts to protect the environment, we …

Sustainable practices require a long-term commitment to creating solutions to
environmental, social, and economic issues. The most direct way to ensure that …

Are urban waterways amenities, and if so, are there inequities in household access? While
urban waterways represent a potential site for access to nature within the urban …

Successfully managing current threats to marine resources and ecosystems is largely
dependent on our ability to understand and manage human behavior. In recent times we …

Abstract The Geostationary Littoral Imaging and Monitoring Radiometer (GLIMR) will provide
unique high temporal frequency observations of the United States coastal waters to quantify …

This chapter casts light on how cities can facilitate good health through urban planning,
design and organization, and collaboration across sectors. The way we organize cities is …

Understanding people's values for coastal and freshwater areas is critical for identifying
concerns and motivating people to protect water resources and for informing management …

Urban waterfronts are experiencing a renaissance, as it is estimated that by 2030 more than
60 percent of the world's population will live in cities, the majority of which are located in …

Inner Mongolia is among the most important regions in terms of contribution to the socio-
economic development of China. Furthermore, its grassland is a major ecological barrier for …

Coal deposits are generally found in either riverine and/or beneath forest area. The coerced
displacement of project-affected people (PAPs) for coal mining endangers the in situ …