Willingness to pay for forest conservation: Evidence from a contingent valuation survey analysis in Southwest Ethiopia

Abdeta, Diriba; Ayana, Alemayehu N.; Bekele, Yadeta

doi:10.1016/j.gecco.2023.e02551

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“…Por lo que, el problema está acrecentándose en mayor medida por otros factores como el pensamiento y percepción de la sociedad de que el conjunto de recursos naturales que existen y de los cuales se beneficia, siempre serán gratuitos, que no se pueden extinguir y por lo tanto deben ser usados y aprovechados sin conservarlos (Briceño et al, 2016). Es decir, la sociedad siempre tuvo la mentalidad de que los recursos que proporciona los ecosistemas son ilimitados y por lo tanto deben de ser aprovechados sin control alguno (Abdeta et al, 2023). Tal es el caso del recurso hídrico proveniente de la cuenca del río Chirimayo, que es de gran utilidad para los ciudadanos de Chadín, Paccha y moradores de las comunidades Limache, Santa Rosa, Pauca, Paccha Baja y Granadilla, quienes lo usan para el consumo humano y otras actividades económicas importantes, entre las que se destaca la agricultura, ganadería, negocios, restaurantes, entre otros, los que hacen uso directo del río o también a través de tuberías y canales de regadío; sin embargo, a falta de estudios que especifiquen la valoración económica ambiental de este recurso, ha dado paso a su sobreexplotación y constante degradación (Ramírez et al, 2023).…”

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Valoración económica ambiental del recurso hídrico de la cuenca del río Chirimayo, en los distritos de Chadín y Paccha - Perú

Suárez-Medina,

Herrera

2024

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The economic environmental valuation is a tool that assigns monetary value to ecosystem services, regardless of whether they have market prices or not. The aim of this research was to evaluate the influence of socioeconomic and environmental factors on the economic environmental valuation of water resources from the Chirimayo River basin in the districts of Chadín and Paccha (Cajamarca - Peru), and to estimate the average monthly willingness to pay by users. The contingent valuation method and Logit econometric model were used, with questionnaires and interviews administered to 285 users out of a population of 1104. Results show that the majority of users are between 46 and 60 years old, male, married, with 4 family members, primary education, farmers, with incomes between 200 and 500 soles; they use the water resource for human consumption, which is of good quality, available 24 hours a day, although the volume has decreased, and they are willing to pay for it. It is concluded that economic valuation is positively influenced by gender, level of education, and hours of service; thus, an increase in one unit of these factors leads to a greater willingness to pay. However, age and marital status have a negative influence, as an increase in age decreases the willingness to pay, and singles show less willingness. On average, 75.8% of the population is willing to pay 1.60 soles per month.

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Valoración económica ambiental del recurso hídrico de la cuenca del río Chirimayo, en los distritos de Chadín y Paccha - Perú

Suárez-Medina,

Herrera

2024

Gestionar

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“…NTFPs were marketed in the 1990s on their multiple uses and their potential to alleviate poverty and promote forest conservation, [162,163]. There have been several studies that have promoted the commercialisation [22,[164][165][166], value addition [167,168], and multiple uses [169,170], but the perceptions of locals on multiple uses of NTFPs and the social factors that influence their perceptions have not been adequately explored. This study aimed to explore the locals' perceptions of multiple uses of NTFPs and social factors that can influence their perceptions.…”

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Perception of Locals on Multiple Contributions of NTFPs to the Livelihoods of Forest Fringe Communities in Ghana

Asamoah,

Danquah,

Bamwesigye

et al. 2024

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Forest-dwelling residents frequently collect non-timber forest products (NTFPs) for various reasons, such as food, medicine, firewood, religious reasons, or handicrafts. This study examines the multiple benefits derived from NTFPs and how they contribute to the livelihoods of Ghanaian communities to alleviate poverty. Resources and services provided by NTFPs have an essential role in providing economic, nutritional, medicinal, cultural, and environmental benefits. This study examines the diverse range of NTFPs locals collect, such as chewing sticks, games, herbs, honey, leaves, mushrooms, pestles, raffia and palms, snails, and straws. In addition to serving different purposes, these NTFPs contribute to income generation, food security, health care, cultural practices, and the protection of the environment. A qualitative research approach was used in this study to collect data through semi-structured interviews and focus groups with members on multiple collections of NTFPs and their multiple benefits. We interviewed 732 residents regarding their multiple NTFPs and their potential to improve the livelihood of the locals. The data for the study were analysed using descriptive statistics. As a result of the survey, the frequency and percentages of responses were analysed for each indicator related to multiple values of NTFPs. Both males and females collected a list of NTFPs during the survey. Regarding NTFPs used for sale, 275 were reported, representing 37.57% of the total. In addition to emphasising the importance of sustainable management practices and equitable distribution of benefits, the study explores the multiple benefits of NTFPs for poverty alleviation in Ghanaian communities. It is essential to ensure the conservation of forest ecosystems and promote inclusive policies to harness the potential of NTFPs and maximise their positive impact on livelihoods. NTFPs provide multiple benefits for Ghanaian communities, including income, nutrition, healthcare, cultural preservation, and environmental sustainability. To promote sustainable development, it is imperative to understand the role of NTFPs and implement appropriate strategies.

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“…Según Abdeta (2022) el método de valoración contingente (MVC), es uno de los métodos de preferencias declaradas ampliamente utilizado para obtener la disposición a pagar y la disposición aceptar por los servicios ambientales. Abdeta et al (2023) señalaron el método de valoración contingente está basado en encuestas en un mercado hipotético, se pregunta a los encuestados cuánto estaría DAP en dinero, por el programa de conservación de los servicios del ecosistema. Para estimar la disposición a pagar, es importante seleccionar los vehículos de pagos apropiados.…”

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Valoración económica de los servicios ecosistémicos del recurso hídrico de la cuenca del río Cachi, Ayacucho, Perú

Ccasani Sierra,

Orihuela Romero,

GONZALES CASTILLO

et al. 2023

Manglar

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Knowing economic value of ecosystem services makes it possible to identify the importance of ecosystems and their services, with which better decisions that have an impact on social well-being are expected. The objective of the study was to estimate the economic value of water ecosystem services (ES), from the Cachi basin.The novelty of the study lies in the application of a complete study of the Contingent Valuation Method (CVM), the Willingness to Pay (WTP) and the Willingness to Accept (WTA) were estimated. According to surveys carried out, 90.6% of the producers in the Cachi basin are WTP, 9.4% are not WTP for economic reasons. On the other hand, 92% of the inhabitants of the high Andean areas are WTA, only 8% do not accept an economic incentive, due to disagreements with the Regional Government of Ayacucho. The econometric results of the logit model showed that the producers are WTP, at most S/ 74.87/ha/campaign (19.50 USD), for the conservation of the hydrological ES for agricultural porpuses. While the inhabitants of the highland areas of the Cachi basin are WTA, the minimum amount of S/162.05 ha/bofedal/monthly (42.21 USD), in exchange for conserving the wetlands and pastures of the Cachi basin headwaters. It is concluded, the producers are WTP for obtaining continuity and quality of the supply of water for agricultural use, and they are WTA for the conservation and recovery of natural water sources. Putting these results into practice would contribute to the sustainability of the water supply in the high Andean areas, guaranteeing the provision of water resources to current and future generations in times of drought.

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Willingness to pay for forest conservation: Evidence from a contingent valuation survey analysis in Southwest Ethiopia

Cited by 9 publications

References 59 publications

Valoración económica ambiental del recurso hídrico de la cuenca del río Chirimayo, en los distritos de Chadín y Paccha - Perú

Valoración económica ambiental del recurso hídrico de la cuenca del río Chirimayo, en los distritos de Chadín y Paccha - Perú

Perception of Locals on Multiple Contributions of NTFPs to the Livelihoods of Forest Fringe Communities in Ghana

Valoración económica de los servicios ecosistémicos del recurso hídrico de la cuenca del río Cachi, Ayacucho, Perú

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