Environmental Studies and Forestry

Advancing consistent socio-economic monitoring of coastal ecosystem restoration through collaborative metric development

L. Olander, K. Warnell, et al.

Discover how socio-economic benefits intertwine with ecological restoration efforts in the Gulf of Mexico. This innovative research, conducted by Lydia Olander and colleagues, identifies key metrics such as job changes and recreational activity that help measure the success of restoration initiatives.

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Abstract

Ecological restoration increasingly aims for socio-economic and environmental benefits. However, socio-economic outcome monitoring lags. This study uses logic models and stakeholder engagement to identify core socio-economic metrics across four Gulf of Mexico restoration types (oyster, habitat, recreation, water quality). Core metrics included changes in jobs, expenditures, recreational activity, cognitive function, and well-being. This collaborative process is replicable for other ecosystems.

Publisher

Communications Earth & Environment

Published On

Sep 30, 2024

Authors

Lydia Olander, Katie Warnell, Sara Mason, Rachel Karasik, Heather Tallis, Kara Coffey, Christine Hale, Christine Shepard, Kateryna Wowk, David Yoskowitz

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