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Descripción de cinco especies nuevas de Cerion (Mollusca: Pulmonata: Cerionidae) de la región oriental de Cuba

open access: yesNovitates Caribaea, 2020
Se describen cinco especies nuevas del género Cerion Röding, 1878, procedentes cuatro de ellas de la provincia de Holguín, y una de la provincia de Guantánamo, aumentando a 156 las especies y subespecies descritas de Cuba.
Alexis Suárez, Alejandro Fernández
doaj   +1 more source

Optimization of Parsimonious and Synchronized Discharge and Dissolved Organic Carbon Models Across Catchment Scales

open access: yesWater Resources Research, Volume 62, Issue 5, May 2026.
Abstract The production, transport, loss, and export of dissolved organic carbon (DOC) are closely connected with hydrometeorological drivers. While terrestrial production depends on biogeochemical variables like soil moisture, air temperature, and the contact area between water and organic matter sources, export is determined by water availability and
Juan Pesántez   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Using contingent valuation in the design of payments for environmental services mechanisms: a review and assessment [PDF]

open access: yes
In this paper we review CV studies conducted in the context of PES programs, almost all of which attempt to estimate the demand of downstream water users for upstream watershed protection and, more generally, for improved water services. Our objective is
Whittington, Dale, Pagiola, Stefano
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Differential effects of agricultural expansion on wild bee taxonomic and functional diversity

open access: yesFunctional Ecology, Volume 40, Issue 4, Page 878-892, April 2026.
Read the free Plain Language Summary for this article on the Journal blog. Abstract Pollinators, especially bees, are in global decline, threatening biodiversity and food security. While intensive agriculture is a primary driver, its impact on bee functional diversity—particularly in the diverse Mediterranean region—remains understudied.
Manuel López‐Aliste   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Pago por servicios ambientales PSA

open access: yes, 2016
El pago por servicios ambientales – PSA, es un instrumento de política ambiental de alto interés político en Colombia. El mismo se presenta como una herramienta muy interesante, para asegurar la conservación y el uso sostenible de los recursos naturales,
Becking, Marnix   +1 more
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Diseño de esquema de pago por servicios ambientales : experiencias en Caquetá [PDF]

open access: yes, 2019
179 páginas : gráficas, mapasEste libro presenta tres capítulos dirigidos a abordar la experiencia de los estudios y prácticas de PSA en el departamento de Caquetá-Colombia.
Forero Mendoza, Alexandra   +2 more
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How much biotic nativeness matters across human demographic groups

open access: yesConservation Biology, Volume 40, Issue 2, April 2026.
Abstract Many central concepts of conservation biology—such as nativeness—are structured by ecological and social factors. However, the social consequences of using these concepts to make conservation decisions remain inadequately understood. Some researchers argue that nativeness, rather than acting as an objective proxy for important ecological ...
Harold N. Eyster, Rachelle K. Gould
wiley   +1 more source

Compensation for Environmental Services and Rural Communities: Lessons from the Americas [PDF]

open access: yes
In principle, payments for environmental services – such as watershed management, biodiversity conservation, and carbon sequestration – can advance the goals of both environmental protection and poverty reduction.
Deborah Barry   +3 more
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Selección de ejidos para el pago de servicios ambientales hidrológicos en Quintana Roo.

open access: yes, 2005
Los llamados servicios ambientales han surgido como una nueva alternativa para generar ingresos al ser vendidos por los pobladores rurales, al mismo tiempo que se promueve la conservación.
Buenfil-Ramírez, Elida Francisca   +4 more
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Wildland–urban interface expansion: Towards comprehensive planning processes

open access: yesPeople and Nature, Volume 8, Issue 3, Page 754-766, March 2026.
Abstract Wildland–urban interface (WUI) expansion is accelerating in numerous regions around the world due to increasing amenity‐led migration processes, defined as the movement of people seeking higher environmental quality. While WUI areas are complex social–ecological systems requiring holistic planning and management, they are usually approached ...
Clara Mosso   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

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