Methodology, approaches and innovative experiences

Abstract

This chapter is dedicated to presenting important issues that must be considered when dealing with Ecosystem Services (ES) in terms of methodology, approaches and practical experiences. The issues explored concern the scale, the assessment methods, and the management of ES. Each topic is investigated always considering the Planning perspective, hence having as a framework that of Planning and territorial governance. In conclusion there were presented experiences on assessment and mapping Ecosystem services with a double aims: (1) test and verify directly opportunities, criticisms and possible improvements in ES assessment/mapping for Planning support; and (2) present such innovative aspects that affect the integration of ES in Planning.