This course will cover understanding of the concept of ecosystem services and evaluation of ecosystems in economic and non-economic terms. ObjectivesTo equip students with skills and knowledge of measuring ecosystem servicesTo give students comprehensive understanding of the national and international policy environment in ecosystem services’ industry
· The student will be able to design ecosystem service enterprises· The student will be able to manage ecosystem-based industries. · The Student will be able draft policies that promote ecosystem service industry· The student will be able to evaluate programs, policies and institutions that manage and protect ecosystem services, for efficiency (economic and ecological), equity (social, environmental, and intergenerational) and sustainability (financial, political, and environmental)