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Kategorie Textpublikation
Referenztyp Zeitschriften
DOI 10.3897/natureconservation.62.148716
Lizenz creative commons licence
Titel (primär) Assessing ecosystem services across scales to support nature-based solutions in river floodplains: a review of non-monetary tools
Autor Stammel, B.; Jähnig, S.C.; Mehl, D.; Pusch, M.; Srđević, Z.; Tschikof, M.; Wulf, S.; Scholz, M. ORCID logo
Quelle Nature Conservation-Bulgaria
Erscheinungsjahr 2026
Department NSF
Heft 62
Seite von 95
Seite bis 119
Sprache englisch
Topic T5 Future Landscapes
Keywords ecosystem services; integrative management; multi-functionality
Abstract Floodplains are dynamic ecosystems that provide a multitude of ecosystem services (ES), yet they have historically been managed primarily for a limited set of human benefits, often at the expense of biodiversity and multi-functionality. This review synthesises current knowledge in ES and the multi-functionality of floodplains. It further highlights the potential of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) to restore and enhance floodplain multi-functionality and ES through ecologically sound and socially inclusive approaches. Focusing on non-monetary ES assessment tools, such as the RESI and IDES frameworks, the study synthesises lessons from three European case studies (Danube River Basin, River Nebel in Germany and Koviljsko-Petrovaradinski Rit in Serbia). These case studies demonstrate the application of ES indices at basin, regional and local scales for prioritisation, restoration evaluation and stakeholder-informed decision-making. We further discuss trade-offs and synergies amongst ES and highlight participatory approaches that integrate stakeholder perspectives in NbS design and implementation. This review underscores the importance of multi-scale assessments in implementing sustainable floodplain management strategies and supports decision-makers in applying NbS for resilient landscapes that balance ecological, social and economic benefits.
Stammel, B., Jähnig, S.C., Mehl, D., Pusch, M., Srđević, Z., Tschikof, M., Wulf, S., Scholz, M. (2026):
Assessing ecosystem services across scales to support nature-based solutions in river floodplains: a review of non-monetary tools
Nat. Conserv. (62), 95 - 119
10.3897/natureconservation.62.148716