restaurationsekologi
Restaurationsekologi (restoration ecology) is the scientific field devoted to understanding and guiding the recovery of damaged ecosystems. Its aim is to return ecosystems toward a reference state in terms of structure, function, and biodiversity, and to restore ecosystem services such as water purification, carbon storage, pollination, and hazard mitigation.
Approach and methods: Restoration ecology combines ecology, hydrology, soil science, and social considerations. Practitioners define a
History and applications: The field gained prominence in the late 20th century and is applied worldwide to
Challenges and limits: Restoration outcomes are uncertain and context-dependent. Climate change, invasive species, limited funding, and