Introduction to Forest Risk Management and Social Acceptability Forest ecosystems worldwide face increasing threats stemming from climate change, invasive species, and catastrophic wildfire events, necessitating proactive and often intensive management interventions. These interventions, collectively termed Forest Risk Management Strategies, range from prescribed burning and mechanical thinning to sophisticated biological controls. Crucially, the implementation success of […]
Biocentric and Anthropocentric Value Orientations toward Forests Value orientations represent deep-seated beliefs about what is important or desirable, and they fundamentally shape how human societies interact with natural environments, particularly complex ecosystems such as forests. These orientations determine the ethical framework and practical decisions regarding resource allocation, conservation efforts, and land management policies. In the […]
Introduction: The Crucial Role of Public Perception Attitudes toward Sustainable Forest Management (SFM) represent a pivotal area of study within environmental psychology and natural resource policy. The successful implementation of SFM practices—which aim to balance ecological integrity, economic viability, and social equity—is profoundly dependent upon the acceptance, support, and cooperation of diverse stakeholder groups, including […]