Spatial mapping of hydrological ecosystem services for basin planning and natural capital accounting: Examples from Vietnam
Lan Thanh Ha (TU Delft - Water Resources)
Wim Bastiaanssen – Promotor (TU Delft - Water Resources)
G. Schoups – Copromotor (TU Delft - Water Resources)
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Abstract
Hydrological ecosystem services (HESS), also referred to as water-related ecosystem services, highlight the intricate connection between ecosystem services and the hydrological cycle. This relationship underscores that the magnitude of these services is largely dependent on the availability and quality of water. The inclusion of HESS ensures the transition from traditional top-down and single objective systems into multi-criteria and human-centered approaches that can prioritize activities with a broader spectrum of benefits. In particular, HESS ensures the uptake of international guidance, such as Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM), Nature-based Solutions (NbS) or Natural Capital Accounting (NCA), by achieving a win-win co-development of water with, among others, land and ecosystems, while fully delivering the benefits to humans and society.