Safeguarding Mountain Social-Ecological Systems, vol. 1 1st Edition

Safeguarding Mountain Social-Ecological Systems, vol. 1 — 1st Edition edited by Stefan Schneiderbauer, Paola Fontanella Pisa, John F. Shroder, and Jorg Szarzynski is an indispensable resource for anyone working to protect mountain landscapes and the communities that depend on them. This authoritative volume brings together cutting-edge research and practical strategies to strengthen resilience across mountain social-ecological systems facing climate change, natural hazards, and socio-economic shifts.

Drawing on global case studies from the Alps, Himalaya, Andes, Rockies, Carpathians, and Caucasus, the book illuminates how mountain-specific risks — landslides, glacier retreat, water insecurity — intersect with livelihoods, cultural heritage, and biodiversity. Clear, evidence-based chapters cover vulnerability assessment, ecosystem services, participatory governance, sustainable land management, and policy tools for disaster risk reduction and adaptation. Richly interdisciplinary, it bridges science, planning, and community practice to support practitioners, planners, researchers, and policymakers.

Readers will find practical frameworks for designing resilient mountain development programs, tools for integrating local knowledge into conservation planning, and guidance for cross-border collaboration in transnational mountain regions. The editors’ combined expertise ensures a balanced blend of theory and on-the-ground applicability, making the book especially valuable for NGOs, government agencies, academic institutions, and graduate students focused on sustainable mountain development.

Whether you’re addressing water security in the Himalaya, land-use change in the Andes, or ecosystem-based adaptation in the Alps, this volume equips you with the insights and methods to safeguard mountain systems effectively. Secure your copy now to inform smarter decisions and lasting solutions for mountain resilience worldwide.

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