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This study introduces a quantitative toolbox for mapping lake ecosystem services (ES) across multiple time periods. It provides robust spatial data to aid decision-making for lake conservation and restoration efforts.

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  • Ecology
  • Environmental Science
  • Hydrology

Background:

  • Lake ecosystems provide critical ecosystem services (ES) vital for human well-being and socio-ecologic systems.
  • These freshwater environments face significant anthropogenic impacts, necessitating effective conservation and restoration strategies.
  • Current spatial information on lake ES often relies on qualitative methods, leading to uncertainty and limited uptake by decision-makers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop quantitative and robust methodologies for mapping ecosystem services (ES) in lake ecosystems.
  • To create a multi-method toolbox for multi-temporal mapping of lake ES.
  • To address the supply, flow, and demand dimensions of selected lake ES.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a quantitative multi-method toolbox integrating biophysical and statistical approaches.
  • Application of frameworks for multi-temporal mapping of lake ecosystem services.
  • Analysis of five distinct ecosystem services: fibres/materials, non-drinking water, nursery maintenance, nutrient regulation, and recreation.

Main Results:

  • A quantitative, multi-method toolbox for multi-temporal lake ES mapping was successfully developed.
  • The study provides spatial information for five key ES across provisioning, regulating, and cultural categories.
  • The frameworks address the supply, flow, and demand dimensions of these lake ES, offering a comprehensive view.

Conclusions:

  • Quantitative mapping of lake ecosystem services is essential for informed decision-making in conservation and management.
  • The developed toolbox offers a robust approach to overcome uncertainties associated with qualitative ES assessments.
  • This research contributes to a better understanding and management of vital lake ecosystem services.