Hanley, N. , Breeze, T. D., Ellis, C. and Goulson, D. (2015) Measuring the economic value of pollination services: Principles, evidence and knowledge gaps. Ecosystem Services, 14, pp. 124-132. (doi: 10.1016/j.ecoser.2014.09.013)
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Abstract
An increasing degree of attention is being given to the ecosystem services which insect pollinators supply, and the economic value of these services. Recent research suggests that a range of factors are contributing to a global decline in pollination services, which are often used as a “headline” ecosystem service in terms of communicating the concept of ecosystem services, and how this ties peoples׳ well-being to the condition of ecosystems and the biodiversity found therein. Our paper offers a conceptual framework for measuring the economic value of changes in insect pollinator populations, and then reviews what evidence exists on the empirical magnitude of these values (both market and non-market). This allows us to highlight where the largest gaps in knowledge are, where the greatest conceptual and empirical challenges remain, and where research is most needed.
Item Type: | Articles |
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Status: | Published |
Refereed: | Yes |
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Hanley, Professor Nicholas |
Authors: | Hanley, N., Breeze, T. D., Ellis, C., and Goulson, D. |
College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Biodiversity, One Health & Veterinary Medicine |
Journal Name: | Ecosystem Services |
Publisher: | Elsevier |
ISSN: | 2212-0416 |
Published Online: | 22 October 2014 |
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