Operationalising a social–ecological system perspective on the Arctic Ocean

Crépin, Anne‐Sophie; Gren, Åsa; Engström, Gustav; Ospina, Daniel

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“…To integrate the planetary boundaries framework with water management and governance, it is essential to consider not just the current value of the water sub‐boundaries but also their temporal dynamics and the current values, trajectories and potential systemic changes of the other boundaries, over the course of a policy‐relevant time frame. In addition, changes in planetary boundaries are likely to have knock‐on effects on socioeconomic dynamics, with potential feedbacks influencing the water sub‐boundaries (Crépin et al, ). Each of the planetary boundaries is defined in terms of Holocene‐like conditions, which means that the control variables reflect the predominant interconnections and feedbacks of the Holocene Earth System, but these properties are changing in the Anthropocene, in particular because socioeconomic feedbacks play an increasing role in the trajectory of the Earth System (Waters et al, ).…”

Section: Further Development Of the Water Planetary Boundary To Complmentioning

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“…Groundwater coupling with global climate system (Cuthbert et al, 2019) Frozen water Storage Sea level rise Volume of ice melt Local responsibility for global sea level rise (Hardy & Nuse, 2016) and knock-on impacts on other planetary boundaries (Crépin et al, 2017) Note. Control variables are not defined.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…To integrate the planetary boundaries framework with water management and governance, it is 10.1029/2019EF001377 essential to consider not just the current value of the water sub-boundaries but also their temporal dynamics and the current values, trajectories and potential systemic changes of the other boundaries, over the course of a policy-relevant time frame. In addition, changes in planetary boundaries are likely to have knock-on effects on socioeconomic dynamics, with potential feedbacks influencing the water sub-boundaries (Crépin et al, 2017). Each of the planetary boundaries is defined in terms of Holocene- Figure 5.…”

Section: Further Development Of the Water Planetary Boundary To Complmentioning

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Integrating the Water Planetary Boundary With Water Management From Local to Global Scales

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The planetary boundaries framework defines the “safe operating space for humanity” represented by nine global processes that can destabilize the Earth System if perturbed. The water planetary boundary attempts to provide a global limit to anthropogenic water cycle modifications, but it has been challenging to translate and apply it to the regional and local scales at which water problems and management typically occur. We develop a cross‐scale approach by which the water planetary boundary could guide sustainable water management and governance at subglobal contexts defined by physical features (e.g., watershed or aquifer), political borders (e.g., city, nation, or group of nations), or commercial entities (e.g., corporation, trade group, or financial institution). The application of the water planetary boundary at these subglobal contexts occurs via two approaches: (i) calculating fair shares, in which local water cycle modifications are compared to that context's allocation of the global safe operating space, taking into account biophysical, socioeconomic, and ethical considerations; and (ii) defining a local safe operating space, in which interactions between water stores and Earth System components are used to define local boundaries required for sustaining the local water system in stable conditions, which we demonstrate with a case study of the Cienaga Grande de Santa Marta wetlands in Colombia. By harmonizing these two approaches, the water planetary boundary can ensure that water cycle modifications remain within both local and global boundaries and complement existing water management and governance approaches.

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“…The extent to which such revenues materialise is subject to considerable uncertainty. A holistic approach which factors in the repercussions from economic development on the Arctic ecosystems and communities seems crucial to ensure a sustainable development of the Arctic region (Crépin et al 2017b).…”

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A framework for assessing the economic impacts of Arctic change

Alvarez

Yumashev

Whiteman

2019

Ambio

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The scientific literature on physical changes in the Arctic region driven by climate change is extensive. In addition, the emerging understanding of physical feedbacks and teleconnections between the Arctic and the rest of the world suggests that the warming in the Arctic region is likely to cause impacts that extend well beyond the region itself. However, there is only limited research on how Arctic change may affect economies and individual industry sectors around the world. We argue that there is a pressing need for more research on this topic and present a conceptual framework to guide future research for assessing the regional and global economic impacts of Arctic change, including both possible benefits and costs. We stress on the importance of a transdisciplinary approach, which includes an integration of the natural sciences, economics and social sciences, as well as engagement with a wide range of stakeholders to better understand and manage the implications of Arctic change.

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“…essential to consider not just the current value of the water sub-boundaries but also their temporal dynamics and the current values, trajectories and potential systemic changes of the other boundaries, over the course of a policy-relevant time frame. In addition, changes in planetary boundaries are likely to have knock-on effects on socioeconomic dynamics, with potential feedbacks influencing the water sub-boundaries (Crépin et al, 2017). Each of the planetary boundaries is defined in terms of Holocene- Figure 5.…”

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Integrating the water planetary boundary with water management from local to global scales

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Jaramillo²,

Erlandsson³

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The planetary boundaries framework defines the ‘safe operating space for humanity’ represented by nine global processes which can destabilize the Earth System if perturbed. The water planetary boundary attempts to provide a global limit to anthropogenic water cycle modifications, but it has been challenging to translate and apply it to the regional and local scales at which water problems and management typically occur. We develop a cross-scale approach by which the water planetary boundary could guide sustainable water management and governance at sub-global contexts defined by physical features (e.g. watershed or aquifer), political borders (e.g. city, nation, or group of nations), or commercial entities (e.g. a corporation, trade group, or financial institution). The application of the water planetary boundary at these sub-global contexts occurs via two approaches: (i) calculating fair shares, in which local water cycle modifications are compared to that context’s allocation of the global safe operating space, taking into account biophysical, socio-economic, and ethical considerations; and (ii) defining a local safe operating space, in which interactions between water stores and Earth System components are used to define local boundaries required for sustaining the local water system in stable conditions, which we demonstrate with a case study of the Cienaga Grande de Santa Marta wetlands in Colombia. By harmonizing these two approaches, the water planetary boundary can ensure that water cycle modifications remain within both local and global boundaries and complement existing water management and governance approaches.

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Operationalising a social–ecological system perspective on the Arctic Ocean

Cited by 16 publications

References 41 publications

Integrating the Water Planetary Boundary With Water Management From Local to Global Scales

Integrating the Water Planetary Boundary With Water Management From Local to Global Scales

A framework for assessing the economic impacts of Arctic change

Integrating the water planetary boundary with water management from local to global scales

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