Applying the SES Framework to coral reef restoration projects on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica

Submitted by Marianela Arguello on
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Introduction: Global and local stressors have led to rapid declines in coral reef health. The high rates of coral degradation have motivated restoration initiatives worldwide. Evaluation of these initiatives has provided valuable information regarding coral restoration techniques and limitations faced by projects. However, most of the literature is focused on evaluating metrics related to fragment survival rate and growth, leaving a gap in understanding how social aspects such as governance structure affect project outcomes

Biodiversity, Climate Change, Conservation, Water

Policy Nook — Policy Note: Benefit Cost Analysis of Water Investments in the Anthropocene

Submitted by Petra Hansson on

Introduction

Water management is becoming increasingly challenging. The core problem in many locations is an old one: water scarcity will increase as demand rises due to population and economic growth. Conditions in the modern Anthropocene — higher temperatures, continental drying, higher evaporation, and non-stationary hydrology — will add complexity.

Policy Design, Water