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4. Psychosocial drivers of land management behaviour: How threats, norms, and context influence deforestation intentions

Author

Simmons, B Alexander, Wilson, Kerrie A, and Dean, Angela J

Subjects
Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation, Economics, Environmental Sciences, Life on Land, Attitude, Australia, Conservation of Natural Resources, Intention, Queensland, Behaviour change, Environmental behaviour, Land clearing, Natural resource management, Protection Motivation Theory, Theory of Planned Behaviour, Ecology
Abstract

Understanding how private landholders make deforestation decisions is of paramount importance for conservation. Behavioural frameworks from the social sciences have a lot to offer researchers and practitioners, yet these insights remain underutilised in describing what drives landholders' deforestation intentions under important political, social, and management contexts. Using survey data of private landholders in Queensland, Australia, we compare the ability of two popular behavioural models to predict future deforestation intentions, and propose a more integrated behavioural model of deforestation intentions. We found that the integrated model outperformed other models, revealing the importance of threat perceptions, attitudes, and social norms for predicting landholders' deforestation intentions. Social capital, policy uncertainty, and years of experience are important contextual moderators of these psychological factors. We conclude with recommendations for promoting behaviour change in this deforestation hotspot and highlight how others can adopt similar approaches to illuminate more proximate drivers of environmental behaviours in other contexts.

Published
2021

19. Integrating plant‐ and animal‐based perspectives for more effective restoration of biodiversity

Author

McAlpine, Clive, Catterall, Carla P, Nally, Ralph Mac, Lindenmayer, David, Reid, J Leighton, Holl, Karen D, Bennett, Andrew F, Runting, Rebecca K, Wilson, Kerrie, Hobbs, Richard J, Seabrook, Leonie, Cunningham, Shaun, Moilanen, Atte, Maron, Martine, Shoo, Luke, Lunt, Ian, Vesk, Peter, Rumpff, Libby, Martin, Tara G, Thomson, James, and Possingham, Hugh

Subjects
Life on Land, Ecology
Published
2016

32. A decision framework to integrate in-situ and ex-situ management for species in the European Union.

Author

Staerk, Johanna, Colchero, Fernando, Kenney, Melissa A., Wilson, Kerrie A., Foden, Wendy B., Carr, Jamie A., Pereboom, Zjef, Bland, Lucie, Flesness, Nate, Martin, Tara, Maiorano, Luigi, Fa, Julia E., Possingham, Hugh P., and Conde, Dalia A.

Subjects
POPULATION viability analysis, HABITAT conservation, ENDANGERED species, SPECIES, WILDLIFE conservation, PROTECTED areas, AQUARIUMS
Abstract

Zoos and aquaria in the European Union (EU) can play a crucial role in the conservation of EU species, as they currently hold nearly half (49%) of EU terrestrial vertebrates. In this study, we analyzed the species composition and population sizes of EU zoos and developed a framework to prioritize recommendations for additional ex-situ and in-situ interventions for 277 at-risk EU species. Our results showed that EU zoos currently hold 39% of threatened EU species, 27% of EU endemic species, 62% of EU species vulnerable to climate change, 20% of EU species listed by the Alliance for Zero Extinction (AZE), 25% of Evolutionary Distinct and Globally Endangered (EDGE) EU species, while only 5% are subject to ex-situ conservation. Using our framework, we found that additional captive breeding was recommended for 60-61%% of species while expanding protected areas was recommended for only 2-22%, as 217 out of 277 species already met habitat protection targets. Both interventions were recommended for up to 20% of species, while the remaining 18% required no interventions because captive populations and habitat protection fully met targets. Our flexible framework can support more effective integrated conservation planning decisions for EU species and help identify target species for further in-depth assessment by the IUCN Ex-situ guidelines. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2024
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40. VA Video Connect for Clinical Care in Older Adults in a Rural State During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Cross-Sectional Study

Author

Padala, Kalpana P, Wilson, Kerrie B, Gauss, C Heath, Stovall, Jessica D, and Padala, Prasad R

Subjects
Computer applications to medicine. Medical informatics, R858-859.7, Public aspects of medicine, RA1-1270
Abstract

BackgroundThe COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the need for telehealth at home. Although the Department of Veterans Affairs is a leading provider of telehealth, disparities may exist in reaching older veterans living in rural areas. VA Video Connect (VVC) is a video conferencing app that enables veterans to connect with their health care provider via a secure and private session. ObjectiveThe aim of this study was to examine the capability and willingness of older veterans to participate in a VVC visit during the COVID-19 pandemic. MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted on older veterans (N=118) at the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. Participants were interviewed over the phone and responses to the following items were recorded: availability of internet, email, and an electronic device with a camera; veterans’ willingness to complete an appointment via a VVC visit; and availability of assistance from a caregiver for those who were unable to participate in a VVC visit alone. ResultsParticipants’ mean age was 72.6 (SD 8.3) years, 92% (n=108) were male, 69% (n=81) were Caucasian, 30% (n=35) were African Americans, and 36% (n=42) lived in a rural location. The majority reported having access to the internet (n=93, 77%) and email service (n=83, 70%), but only 56% (n=67) had a camera-equipped device. Overall, 53% (n=63) were willing and capable of participating in a VVC visit. The availability of internet access was significantly lower in rural compared to nonrural participants (P=.045) and in those with or less than a high school education compared to those who pursued higher education (P=.02). Willingness to participate in the VVC visit was significantly lower in rural compared to nonrural participants (P=.03). Of the participants who reported they were able and willing to partake in a VVC visit (n=54), 65% (n=35) opted for VVC and 35% (n=19) preferred a phone visit. In total, 77% (n=27) of the scheduled VVC visits were successful. ConclusionsDespite advances in technology, and willingness on the part of health care systems, there are some lingering issues with capability and willingness to participate in video telehealth visits, particularly among older adults residing in rural areas.

Published
2020
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49. Restoring the orangutan in a Whole- or Half-Earth context.

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Meijaard, Erik, Sheil, Douglas, Sherman, Julie, Chua, Liana, Ni'matullah, Safwanah, Wilson, Kerrie, Ancrenaz, Marc, Liswanto, Darmawan, Wich, Serge A., Goossens, Benoit, Kühl, Hjalmar S., Voigt, Maria, Rayadin, Yaya, Kurniawan, Yuyun, Trianto, Agus, Priatna, Dolly, Banes, Graham L., Massingham, Emily, Payne, John, and Marshall, Andrew J.

Subjects
ORANGUTANS, WILDLIFE conservation, BIODIVERSITY, ECONOMIC change, ECONOMIC systems, ANIMAL populations, APES
Abstract

Various global-scale proposals exist to reduce the loss of biological diversity. These include the Half-Earth and Whole-Earth visions that respectively seek to set aside half the planet for wildlife conservation or to diversify conservation practices fundamentally and change the economic systems that determine environmental harm. Here we assess these visions in the specific context of Bornean orangutans Pongo pygmaeus and their conservation. Using an expert-led process we explored three scenarios over a 10-year time frame: continuation of Current Conditions, a Half-Earth approach and a Whole-Earth approach. In addition, we examined a 100-year population recovery scenario assuming 0% offtake of Bornean orangutans. Current Conditions were predicted to result in a population c. 73% of its current size by 2032. Half-Earth was judged comparatively easy to achieve and predicted to result in an orangutan population of c. 87% of its current size by 2032. Whole-Earth was anticipated to lead to greater forest loss and ape killing, resulting in a prediction of c. 44% of the current orangutan population for 2032. Finally, under the recovery scenario, populations could be c. 148% of their current size by 2122. Although we acknowledge uncertainties in all of these predictions, we conclude that the Half-Earth and Whole-Earth visions operate along different timelines, with the implementation of Whole-Earth requiring too much time to benefit orangutans. None of the theorized proposals provided a complete solution, so drawing elements from each will be required. We provide recommendations for equitable outcomes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2023
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