Browsing Earth Science Cluster by Subject "Himalaya"
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Community perspectives on conservation of water sources in Tarkeshwar sacred groves, Himalaya, India
( IWA PUBLISHING , 2021 , Article)Sacred groves have significance in socio-culture and biodiversity conservation. This study evaluated local people's perceptions regarding conservation of sacred groves for water services, through willingness-to-pay (WTP), ... -
Forest Degradation Index: A Tool for Forest Vulnerability Assessment in Indian Western Himalaya
( MDPI , 2022 , Article)The global climate is showing altered temperatures and precipitation levels. Forests can be a stabilizing force in climate change. They regulate the nutrient cycle, protect species and diversity, and support livelihoods ... -
Socio-ecological vulnerability and resilience of mountain communities residing in capital-constrained environments
( Springer , 2021 , Article)The study evaluated perceived reactions and counter-actions of Himalayan communities to climate change. The evaluation was conducted through identification and characterization of 62 socio-environment-specific indicators ...