Cultural ecosystem services (CES) refer to the nonmaterial benefits people obtain from
ecosystems, and they have direct influence on quality of life. Although the concept of CES …

There is growing scientific recognition that contact with nature in general, and contact with
urban green more specific, have the potential to positively contribute to human health. For …

Nature affects human well-being in multiple ways. However, the association between
species diversity and human well-being at larger spatial scales remains largely unexplored …

Biophilia is a human personality trait described initially by Erich Fromm and later by EO
Wilson, both of whom agree that biophilia has a biological basis and that it is fundamental to …

In the EU, the mapping and assessment of ecosystems and their services, abbreviated to
MAES, is seen as a key action for the advancement of biodiversity objectives, and also to …

We quantify main ecosystem services (ie the contribution of ecosystems to human well-
being) provided by rivers, lakes, coastal waters and connected ecosystems (riparian areas …

Mapping the demand for ecosystem services (ES) has received increased attention in
scientific research and is seen as a relevant tool to inform conservation planning, land use …

Ecosystem services (ES) mapping is attracting growing interest from landscape and urban
planning, but its operationalization in actual decision-making is still limited. A clear …

Ecosystem service is widely acknowledged as a mainstream and valuable concept for the
sustainability-oriented decision-makings on meeting the fundamental needs for improving …

Green space and parks in urban environments provide a range of ecosystem services and
public benefits. However, planners and park managers can lack tools and resources to …