I am interested to know the mechanisms used for actual payments to the service providers, particularly in Australia. Most of us may know about the C credits and water (especially in the GBR zone) incentives to the landholders. Any idea about the mechanisms used? or if there are any studies/review articles on PES for biodiversity or other ES in Australia?
- Any information will be highly appreciated.
Thanks.
Kamal
Hello Kamaljit. I do not know any document PES in Australia but the Katoomba Group may have information. In the below link http://www.katoombagroup.org/events.php look at the map with ele event in Australia.
Greetings.
Hi,
this document might help a bit (below). It does not refer to Australia particularly but it could provide some links to start the search. The second document might also be helpful.
Bests,
Anže
http://www.unece.org/index.php?id=35574
http://www.unrisd.org/unrisd/website/document.nsf/(httpPublications)/27529D10F92E00DFC12579F200553BAF?OpenDocument
Thanks a lot both Miguel and Anze.
As I am reviewing papers on this topic in Australia, there is not much work done compared to other parts in the world (esp. EU, Latin America particularly, Costa Rica). There are government funded programs targeting specific outcomes, but not any 'real' PES program.
I am aiming to assess the value of ES from regional and remote areas in the north, that may help to sustain livelihoods of local and Indigenous communities - PES could be one way forward in that direction. Would appreciate sharing knowledge on this topic.
Kind regards
Kamal