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Geological monitoring in protected areas

International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks, 2019
Recognition of geoheritage values and conservation of their geodiversity elements are largely neglected in protected areas. As geoheritage and geodiveristy were recognized as a part of nature conservation by IUCN recently, understanding the characters of
K.S. Woo, G. Worboys
doaj   +1 more source

The evaluation and development of the geoheritage landscapes in Dalian Jinshitan National Marine Park

International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks, 2018
:: The geoheritage landscapes in Jinshitan scenic area include the standard Chinese Sinian strata, the typical sedimentary geology (such as: crack), fossil of trilobite and sea-worn landform landscape.
Yuezheng Li, Shiyan Chen, Yingying Li
doaj   +1 more source

Inventory and quantitative assessment of geosites and geodiversity sites: a review [PDF]

, 2016
"Published online: 15 January 2015"The inventory and quantitative assessment of the most valuable occurrences of geodiversity are essential steps in any geoconservation strategy and in the establishment of priorities in site management.
A Garcia-Cortés, A García-Cortés, C Fassoulas, CD Prosser, DI Pereira, E Elízaga, E Reynard, E Reynard, E Reynard, E Serrano, FF Lima, I Bollati, I Fuertes-Gutiérrez, I Fuertes-Gutiérrez, J Brilha, J Brilha, J Hjort, JM Gray, JM Gray, José Brilha, JP Pralong, JP Silva, L Carcavilla, L Erikstad, M Patzak, MA Parkes, MAE Browne, MH Henriques, N Zouros, P Coratza, P McKeever, P Pereira, P Pereira, R Pellitero, R Pellitero, R Pena dos Reis, V Grandgirard, VM Bruschi, W Eder, W Eder, WA Wimbledon, Z Alexandrowicz   +41 more
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Geoconservation as an emerging geoscience [PDF]

, 2011
The main purpose of geoconservation is theconservation of geosites as basic units of the geological heritage through the implementation of specific inventory,evaluation, conservation, valuation and monitoring proce-dures.
Brilha, J. B., Henriques, Maria Helena, Mota, Teresa, Reis, R. Pena dos   +3 more
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Combined mineral and geoheritage resources related to kaolin, phosphate, and cement production in Egypt: Conceptualization, assessment, and policy implications

Sustainable Environment Research, 2018
Societal and environmental importance of geological resources has to be fully considered, as well as their relevance to national heritage conservation, tourism development, etc.
Dmitry A. Ruban, Günter Tiess, Emad S. Sallam, Alena A. Ponedelnik, Natalia N. Yashalova   +4 more
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Worldwide Trends in Methods and Resources Promoting Geoconservation, Geotourism, and Geoheritage

Geosciences, 2023
This study aims to provide a systematic analysis of the literature of methods and resources supporting geoconservation and geotourism worldwide, while identifying current and future trends in the field.
Michael E. Quesada-Valverde, Adolfo Quesada-Román   +1 more
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Recognition and Assessment of Geomorphosites in Malta at the Il-Majjistral Nature and History Park [PDF]

, 2011
The Il-Majjistral Nature and History Park, located on the northwestern coast of the Island of Malta, is a protected area with natural, cultural and tourist interests.
CORATZA, Paola, D. Saliba, PIACENTINI, Daniela, SOLDATI, Mauro, V. M. Bruschi   +4 more
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Guidelines for Management of Geoheritage: an Approach in the Sertão Central, Brazilian Northeastern Semiarid

Geoheritage, 2021
The characterisation of geoheritage and the understanding of the physical and socio-cultural features of a territory are essential to achieve the major geoconservation goals: protection and sustainable use of exceptional elements of geodiversity. This research was done in the Sertao Central, an economic vulnerable area in the hinterland of northeast ...
Pâmella Moura, Maria da Glória Motta Garcia, José Brilha   +2 more
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Geological heritage at risk in NW Spain. Quaternary deposits and landforms of “Southern Coast” (Baiona-A Garda) [PDF]

, 2013
Over the last decade, a knowledge base has been built up worldwide in relation to geological heritage and geodiversity, and respective working methodologies.
Alves, M. I. Caetano, Casais, Manuela Costa   +1 more
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Enhancing global nature conservation by integrating geodiversity in policy and practice

, 2023
Conservation Biology, Volume 37, Issue 3, June 2023.
Helena Tukiainen, Joseph J. Bailey
wiley   +1 more source