Mapping and Assessment of Ecosystems and their Services-An analytical framework for ecosystem assessmentsunder action 5 of the EU biodiversity strategy to 2020 (original) (raw)

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This report presents a comprehensive framework to map and assess ecosystems and their services in line with the EU Biodiversity Strategy to 2020. It introduces indicators for biodiversity and ecosystem services, categorizes mapping approaches, and emphasizes a pilot-based methodology reliant on contributions from Member States. The guidance aims to help Member States better utilize spatial information and data, improve natural capital accounting, and foster effective ecosystem management.