Sustainable Development in Mountain Regions

Sustainable Development in Mountain Regions
Author: Georgi Zhelezov
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 399
Release: 2015-12-23
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3319201107

This second edition of the book Sustainable Development of Mountain Regions: Southeastern Europe integrates the scientific results and expertise of the researchers from the countries in Southeastern Europe. The book consists of updated information for the topics observed in first edition and several new chapters with analysis of some problems in the mountain regions of four new for the edition countries in Southeastern European space. The general themes in the book are related to Global problems and mountain regions; Nature resources and landuse in mountain regions; Social, economic and regional problems of mountain regions; Nature protection, conservation and monitoring and Networks and strategies for mountain regions. The key topics for discussion are: Natural recourses and land use in mountain regions. Sustainable social and economic development of the mountain regions. Natural disasters and risk prevention. Spatial modeling and planning. Nature protection, monitoring and conservation. Politics and sustainable practices for development of mountain regions. Transborder and regional cooperation. Mountain regions in Southeastern Europe are characterized by unique landscape and biological diversity and great economic potential. They have function as a living space and provide different groups of ecosystem and landscape services. In social and economic aspects these regions are one of the poorest in Southeastern European countries with unused potential. Human, ecological and economic problems arising in various mountain regions have the same basic characteristics irrespective of the country. Some mountain regions are subject to specific for the conditions of the mountain and country policy for planning, development and mountain population promotion. The general goal is development of whole economy and the efficient management of natural resources and prevention of natural and tec hnological disasters. The mountain regions are one of the most threatened landscape systems in Southeastern Europe. Understanding the importance of the mountain regions and conservation of the natural heritage require scientific and institutional cooperation at all levels.

Mediterranean Mountains in a Changing World

Mediterranean Mountains in a Changing World
Author: Pedro Regato
Publisher: IUCN
Total Pages: 102
Release: 2008
Genre: Biodiversity conservation
ISBN: 2831710588

This book includes a set of strategic guidelines and key conservation and development issues for the Mediterranean mountains, grouped into eight priority themes, as a starting point towards the elaboration of action plans for the Mediterranean mountain chains.The book contents are based on the outputs of the rich debate that emerged from case studies and experiences debated by regional experts in a regional workshop which took place in Malaga (Spain) on 10-12 December 2007.

The Mountains of the Mediterranean World

The Mountains of the Mediterranean World
Author: J. R. McNeill
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 452
Release: 2003-12-18
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780521522885

An environmental history of the mountain areas of Turkey, Greece, Italy, Spain, and Morocco.

Tourism and Development in Mountain Regions

Tourism and Development in Mountain Regions
Author: P. Godde
Publisher: CABI
Total Pages: 376
Release: 2000
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780851999159

This book discusses the importance of mountain regions, and the precariousness of mountain tourism in the context of ecosystem and cultural conservation. It includes case studies of mountain tourism existing alongside environmental sustainability and community well being. The text presents an integrated approach to mountain-based tourism, balancing the needs of local communities, tourists and environmental conservation.

Plant Life in the World's Mediterranean Climates

Plant Life in the World's Mediterranean Climates
Author: Peter R. Dallman
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Total Pages: 278
Release: 1998
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780520208094

Here is a wonderful overview of the landscape and vegetation of the five regions of the world that have a Mediterranean climate. In addition to the Mediterranean Basin itself, this climate of mild, rainy winters and dry, warm summers is found in California and parts of Chile, South Africa, and Australia. 30 maps. 18 tables. 46 line illustrations. 75 color and 90 b&w photos.