Turning restoration knowledge into practical decisions
Restoration takes place in real landscapes and working environments where ecological objectives need to be considered alongside economic, social and practical realities.
NatuRISE will develop knowledge and tools that can help restoration practitioners and other professionals understand the potential consequences of different restoration options and support planning and implementation.
Exploring the socio-economic, cultural and recreational dimensions of forest restoration and the trade-offs between different ecosystem services and land-use objectives.
Exploring how wetland and grassland restoration interacts with land management, local livelihoods and the different benefits and costs experienced by stakeholders.
Exploring restoration choices in a context where agricultural production, ecosystem condition and local socio-economic priorities need to be considered together.
Exploring the socio-economic implications of freshwater ecosystem restoration and the interactions between ecological objectives, land use and wider economic impacts.