Essays about: "Restorations"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 36 essays containing the word Restorations.

  1. 1. Wetland restoration on Öland : a short-term evaluation of vascular plant community composition after topsoil removal and reinstated grazing

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Ecology

    Author : Marta Holmlund; [2023]
    Keywords : wetland restoration; vegetation; biodiversity; topsoil removal; Ellenberg indicator values;

    Abstract : Wetlands are recognized as important types of ecosystems, inhabiting rich biodiversity and performing multiple ecosystem services. However, many have been lost because of anthropogenic activities and a majority of the remaining wetland habitats are in bad conditions, displaying both loss of functionality and biodiversity. READ MORE

  3. 2. Characteristics of instream wood following alluvial river restoration : Using Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för ekologi, miljö och geovetenskap

    Author : Martina Fjällberg; [2023]
    Keywords : River restoration; instream wood; uncrewed aerial vehicles; fluvial geomorphology.;

    Abstract : River restoration is something that is often used to help restore watercourses that were historically used for timber floating. In these restorations, instream wood (IW) plays a big role in increasing biodiversity and habitat heterogeneity in watercourses. READ MORE

  4. 3. Evaluation of restoration efforts in Dalälven - conditions for survival rate of Salmo trutta and Salmo salar

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för biologisk grundutbildning

    Author : Ville Svärd; [2023]
    Keywords : Restoration; river; salmonids; benthic fauna;

    Abstract : Rivers are among the most anthropogenically affected ecosystems in the world by irrigation, transportation, channelizing, and hydropower. Habitat restorations have become a popular method to restore the heterogeneity and complexity of rivers aiming for improvement of biodiversity. READ MORE

  5. 4. Translating the influence of the river : an exploratory study of the social benefits in river restorations

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för Urbana Studier (US)

    Author : Andrea Milakovic; [2022]
    Keywords : social benefits; river restoration; well-being; aesthetics; recreation; play and learning; culture; social cohesion; sense of belonging; relational values; active citizenship; public participation; exchange of knowledge; social dynamics.;

    Abstract : This Master’s thesis aims to fill the research gaps by providing a study that clearly defines and concretizes the social benefits in river restorations. By further analysing the significance of the social benefits the aim is further to gain a better understanding of the factors that enable people to reap greater social benefits in river restoration. READ MORE

  6. 5. Restoring the Already Restored

    University essay from KTH/Arkitektur

    Author : Hedvig Aaro; [2022]
    Keywords : Restoration; preservation; cultural heritage; alteration; museum; Stockholm; Börshuset; historical layers;

    Abstract : Restoration has been a tool for enhancing selected parts of history, which tells about the ideals of its time. Today most older buildings have already been through several restorations or renovations. READ MORE