MAPPING AND ASSESSING MULTIPLE ECOSYSTEM SERVICES IN AN ALPINE REGION: A STUDY IN TRENTINO, ITALY

摘要: This research aims to identify ecosystem services relevant for Trentino (a region in the Italian Alps), and assess them through spatial indicators. 51 experts were involved identification of appropriate indicators represent them. Indicators computed using database available at administrative level. actual or potential supply services, expressed terms either stock flow. Moreover, may refer biophysical, economic socio-cultural values. In total, selected 25 57 assessment Accordingly, mapped over different units representation, including land use forest types. was first attempt a multiple set Trentino. The results provide new information that can be used achieve objectives EU Biodiversity Strategy by 2014. proposed approach reasonably extended other Alpine areas with similar morphology, cover use.