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DOI 10.1016/j.mex.2024.102827
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Title (Primary) Ten steps towards integrated decision making for ecological restoration in cities: Rewilding the European beaver (Castor fiber) in Berlin, Germany
Author Edejer, S.R.; Haase, D.; Dennis, M.; Larsen, A.
Source Titel MethodsX
Year 2024
Department CLE
Volume 13
Page From art. 102827
Language englisch
Topic T5 Future Landscapes
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Keywords Multicriteria spatial decision support system; SWOT; Multispecies; Urban ecosystem; European beaver
Abstract Ensuring a livable city for all within the more-than-human discourse, restoration of urban ecosystems requires careful consideration of both human and non-human needs. However, traditional assessments and therefore most management plans usually fail to include the latter as a core planning requirement. This article presents and explains a 10-step method which simultaneously and actively considers both to identify potential restoration areas within urban ecosystems. To do so, a Strengths-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats (SWOT) analysis for the multispecies needs identification is combined with a Multicriteria Spatial Decision Support System (MCSDSS) for the spatial assessment. To validate this method, a case study of Berlin, Germany, an explicitly urban case, is presented. The aim of the study was to evaluate the ecosystem restoration (rewilding) potential of the city's riparian and riverine ecosystems through the enhancement of Eurasian beaver habitats.
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Edejer, S.R., Haase, D., Dennis, M., Larsen, A. (2024):
Ten steps towards integrated decision making for ecological restoration in cities: Rewilding the European beaver (Castor fiber) in Berlin, Germany
MethodsX 13 , art. 102827 10.1016/j.mex.2024.102827