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This article identifies the potential benefits of broader application of the concept of social–ecological systems, and discusses how to ensure those benefits are realized.
The concept of social–ecological systems is useful for understanding the interlinked dynamics of environmental and societal change. The concept has helped facilitate increased recognition of the dependence of humanity on ecosystems, improved collaboration across disciplines, and between science and society. The social-ecological systems concept has also increased methodological pluralism leading to improved systems understanding and major policy frameworks considering social–ecological interactions.
Despite these advances, the potential of a social–ecological systems perspective to improve sustainability outcomes has not been fully realized. Key priorities are to better understand and govern social–ecological interactions between regions and pay greater attention to long-term drivers. Also important is to develop a stronger science–society and to better understand the interactions among power relations, justice, and ecosystem stewardship interface.
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Feature / Luciana Fernandes Coelho reveals Brazil's pivotal role in the BBNJ agreement, a crucial step for protecting marine biodiversity in international waters.
Feature / Smriti explains how York residents can contribute to this international event by recording wildlife they see and why she is passionate about citizen science.
Event on 26 April – 29 April in York / For the first time, York is joining this international event encouraging people to record wildlife in their own cities: discover how you can get involved.
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