Springer - Payment for Environmental Services in Agriculture

This academic text by Springer examines the rise of payment for environmental services (PES) programs within developing countries. As development policy addresses natural resource degradation, these programs utilize market and institutional incentives to target both environmental protection and poverty alleviation. This book investigates the design of these programs and their impact on the rural poor. It also explores how these initiatives connect to international treaties regarding biodiversity loss and global warming. By scrutinizing analytical tools, the work provides a deep look into the economic policies used to manage agricultural landscapes and support sustainable development.