Initial contributions to a legal protection of ecosystem services

Abstract

This article aims to analyze the main aspects of ecosystem services. From a multidisciplinary analysis, these services will be demonstrated on the ecological, geographic and economic scope and then demonstrate their legal aspect. To analyze this last aspect, we will present two forms of protection of the ecosystem services: the payment for ecosystem services and the use of green infrastructure to mitigate environmental disasters. After, will be shown the J. B. Ruhl’s eight principles that assist in the creation and development of ecosystem services policies. This research was conducted through analysis of national and international doctrine,Brazilian legislation and judicial decisions.