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DOI 10.1016/j.envsoft.2017.03.001
Title (Primary) An overview of the system dynamics process for integrated modelling of socio-ecological systems: Lessons on good modelling practice from five case studies
Author Elsawah, S.; Pierce, S.A.; Hamilton, S.H.; van Delden, H.; Haase, D.; Elmahdi, A.; Jakeman, A.J.
Source Titel Environmental Modelling & Software
Year 2017
Department CLE
Volume 93
Page From 127
Page To 145
Language englisch
Keywords System dynamics; Integrated assessment; Integrated modelling; Socio-ecological systems; Modelling practices; Decision support
UFZ wide themes RU1
Abstract Similar to other modelling methodologies, the potential of system dynamics to contribute to system understanding and decision making depends upon the practices applied by the modeller. However lessons about many of these practices are often unreported. This paper contributes to the methodology of system dynamics modelling of socio-ecological systems by 1) examining issues modellers face during the modelling process, and 2) providing guidance on how to effectively design and implement system dynamics modelling. This is achieved through an investigation of five case studies, drawing on lessons from these experiences. This is complemented by a literature review of system dynamics applied within the context of integrated modelling and environmental DSS. The case studies cover a variety of environmental issues and system dynamics modelling methods and tools. Although we used system dynamics as the common lens from which lessons are drawn, many of these insights transcend to other integrated modelling approaches.
Persistent UFZ Identifier https://www.ufz.de/index.php?en=20939&ufzPublicationIdentifier=18949
Elsawah, S., Pierce, S.A., Hamilton, S.H., van Delden, H., Haase, D., Elmahdi, A., Jakeman, A.J. (2017):
An overview of the system dynamics process for integrated modelling of socio-ecological systems: Lessons on good modelling practice from five case studies
Environ. Modell. Softw. 93 , 127 - 145 10.1016/j.envsoft.2017.03.001