Ecological networks: Connecting environmental, economic and social systems?

James, P, Ashley, J and Evans, A 2000, 'Ecological networks: Connecting environmental, economic and social systems?' , Landscape Research, 25 (3) , pp. 345-353.

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Abstract

Ecological networks for different spatial scales (international to sub-regional) are being defined and realized throughout Europe. Historically they have been focused on nature conservation, but they may offer a mechanism whereby a holistic, integrated and long-term approach to regional and sub-regional sustainable development can be promoted. Economic, social and environmental factors operate at different spatial and temporal scales, presenting challenges to those wishing to develop an ecological network. A case study based on the development of an ecological network for Cheshire, a sub-region of the European Region-North West (UK), demonstrates how environmental issues might be integrated with social and economic drivers of change. A framework for an ecological network is proposed by combining an outline model of the socio-ecological system within Cheshire with a checklist that can be used to assess the sustainable management of a landscape.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Ecological Networks; Rural Development; Sustainable Development
Themes:	Subjects / Themes > Q Science > QH Natural history Subjects / Themes > Q Science > QH Natural history > QH001 General, inc. conservation, geographical distribution Subjects outside of the University Themes
Schools:	Schools > School of Environment and Life Sciences Schools > School of Environment and Life Sciences > Ecosystems and Environment Research Centre
Journal or Publication Title:	Landscape Research
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Refereed:	Yes
ISSN:	0142-6397
Depositing User:	Users 29196 not found.
Date Deposited:	20 Aug 2010 09:40
Last Modified:	09 Aug 2017 02:33
URI:	http://usir.salford.ac.uk/id/eprint/9603

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