Liette Vasseur, in her role as the CEM Chair of the IUCN, has co-authored a new publication.
Titled Urban-rural linkage: an ecosystem governance perspective, it focuses on ecosystem governance in the context of urban-rural linkages, analysing nine case studies to develop principles for ecosystem governance.
“With 70% of the global population expected to live in cities by 2050, urban areas face growing pressures. Yet their rising demand for food, energy and raw materials means that rural ecosystems are also increasingly affected. A new IUCN publication explores the connections between urban and rural environments, and how improved governance principles can help balance social and economic development with environmental protection.
The new publication “Urban-rural linkage: an ecosystem governance perspective”, launched by the IUCN Commission on Ecosystem Management (CEM), examines the challenges arising from urban-rural interactions and proposes practical governance solutions, particularly at the local and regional levels.
“Looking at IUCN’s new programme for the next four years, we see that the issues of urban biodiversity and agricultural systems are becoming increasingly important. We also know that most sustainability targets related to these areas must be achieved at the local and regional levels,” said Liette Vasseur, CEM Chair and one of the publication’s editors. “This new CEM publication offers local governments, decision-makers and practitioners a viable model for governing urban and rural areas in ways that support ecosystem restoration, improve biodiversity and ensure the inclusion of all relevant stakeholders.”
