Routledge Handbook of Ecological and Environmental Restoration

Taylor & Francis

Routledge Handbook of Ecological and Environmental RestorationAuthor(s): Stuart K. Allison, Stephen D. Murphy\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780367352400, 978-0367352400\nSynopsis\nEcological restoration is a rapidly evolving discipline that is engaged with developing both methodologies and strategies for repairing damaged and polluted ecosystems and environments. During the last decade the rapid pace of climate change coupled with continuing habitat destruction and the spread of non-native species to new habitats has forced restoration ecologists to re-evaluate their goals and the methods they use. This comprehensive handbook brings together an internationally respected group of established and rising experts in the field. \n\nThe book begins with a description of current practices and the state of knowledge in particular areas of restoration, and then identifies new directions that will help the field achieve i.