References

Original Reference: Dadvand, P. et al. (2015). Green spaces and cognitive development in primary schoolchildren. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 112 (26): 7937-7942

Brief Summary: This article examines the interaction between human activity and land use, stressing the need for integrated rural-urban planning to reduce environmental impacts. RAPs can incorporate these insights by focusing on sustainable land-use practices that balance urban expansion with rural conservation efforts.

URL: PNAS Article: Human-Environment Interactions

Original Reference: PEARL (2014). Policy Brief: Tailored stakeholder engagement.

Brief Summary: Discusses policies related to managing extreme events in coastal areas. Implications: Highlights the need for resilience in rural-urban linkages. Recommendations: Implement risk management strategies within RAPs to address extreme events, focusing on coastal and inland interactions for disaster mitigation.

URL: http://www.pearl-fp7.eu/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Stakeholder-policy-brief-PEARL-FINAL.pdf

Original Reference: Westerlink, J. & van Doorn, A. (2016). Case study 'Skylark' (Netherlands). Pegasus project deliverable.

Brief Summary: Showcases case studies of rural-urban partnerships in sustainable agriculture and environmental management. Recommendations: RAPs should use these case studies to guide the implementation of nature-based solutions and collaborative agricultural projects that benefit both rural and urban areas.

URL: https://pegasus.ieep.eu/case-studies/list-of-case-studies/Netherlands

Original Reference: Apostolaki, S., Jefferies, C. & Wild, T. (2005). The social impacts of stormwater management techniques. 10th international conference of urban drainage, Copenhagen, Denmark

Brief Summary: Profiles research in urban-rural planning and governance. Suggests using evidence-based policy development in PoliRuralPlus pilots to improve planning and governance across rural-urban interfaces.

URL: Heriot-Watt Staff Profile

Original Reference: D4.1(23). http://pegasus.ieep.eu/case-studies/list-of-case-studies#netherlands (accessed April 2020)

Brief Summary: PEGASUS provides numerous case studies on environmental and land-use management in rural and urban contexts. These cases emphasize collaboration between rural and urban stakeholders. RAPs can leverage these studies to develop nature-based solutions (NBS) and enhance ecosystem services through rural-urban cooperation.

URL: PEGASUS Case Studies

Original Reference: Perez-Soba, M. et al. (2016). Database and classification system of different types of PG/ESS in relation to farming/forestry systems. PEGASUS Project Deliverable 2.2.

Brief Summary: Presents case studies on how rural areas can deliver ecosystem services. Implications: Rural ecosystem services are crucial for maintaining biodiversity and climate resilience. Recommendations: Use case study insights in RAPs to promote ecosystem services, focusing on balancing agricultural productivity with environmental sustainability.

URL: https://www.pegasus-eu-project.eu/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/PEGASUS_D2.2_final.pdf

Original Reference: PEGASUS (2016). The importance of social processes: unlocking synergies. Brief.

Brief Summary: Examines the delivery of ecosystem services and public goods from agricultural and forest land. Implications: Promoting ecosystem services is vital for sustainable rural-urban connections. Recommendations: Incorporate strategies for supporting ecosystem services in RAPs, focusing on biodiversity and sustainable land management practices.

URL: http://pegasus.ieep.eu/system/resources

Original Reference: Hart, K. et al. (2017). Case study reports Developing innovative and participatory approaches for PG/ESS delivery. PEGASUS Project Deliverable 4.3.

Brief Summary: Focuses on improving ecosystem services through rural-urban partnerships. PoliRuralPlus should incorporate public ecosystem services in RAPs to ensure balanced rural-urban resource management and environmental protection.

URL: https://pegasus.ieep.eu/system/resources

Original Reference: Perez-Soba, M. et al. (2018). Report on patterns and trends of Public Goods/Ecosystem Services in relation to land management systems. PEGASUS Project Deliverable 2.3.

Brief Summary: Explores the interaction between ecosystem services, rural economies, and agricultural practices. Recommendations: RAPs should encourage sustainable agriculture and conservation efforts by promoting ecosystem services that benefit both rural and urban areas, fostering resilience and sustainability.

URL: https://www.pegasus-eu-project.eu/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/PEGASUS_D2.3_final.pdf

Original Reference: Perez-Soba, M. et al. (2016). Review of approaches and datasets to categorise and map Public Goods and Ecosystem Services at EU level. PEGASUS Project Deliverable 2.1.

Brief Summary: Discusses the role of ecosystem services in sustainable rural-urban development. Recommendations: RAPs should emphasize protecting and enhancing ecosystem services, fostering partnerships between rural and urban areas to improve biodiversity and environmental sustainability.

URL: https://www.pegasus-eu-project.eu/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/PEGASUS_D2.1_final.pdf

Original Reference: Seddon, N. et al. (2020). Understanding the value and limits of NBS to climate change and other global challenges. Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B, 375: 20190120.

Brief Summary: Explores the impact of urbanization on ecosystems. Implications: Urbanization affects both rural and urban ecosystems. Recommendations: RAPs should focus on creating green infrastructure that links rural and urban areas, fostering ecological sustainability【36†source】【35†source】.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1098/rstb.2019.0120

Original Reference: Oen, A.M.P. et al. (2019). PHUSICOS Work Package 1 Report. 776681_D1.4: 77.

Brief Summary: This document details the implementation of nature-based solutions to address climate change impacts in rural and mountainous areas. Implications: Nature-based solutions can foster rural resilience and enhance environmental sustainability. Recommendations: Integrate nature-based solutions into RAPs, focusing on landscape restoration, sustainable agriculture, and climate resilience.

URL: https://phusicos.eu/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/D1.4.pdf

Original Reference: Autuori, S. et al. (2019). EU H2020 PHUSICOS Project Deliverable 4.1, Comprehensive Framework for NBS Assessment, Final Version

Brief Summary: Examines nature-based solutions for rural resilience. Recommends integrating these solutions into rural-urban action plans to improve climate resilience and sustainability in PoliRuralPlus regions.

URL: PHUSICOS Project

Original Reference: Carrus, G. et al. (2015). Go greener, feel better? The positive effects of biodiversity on the well-being of individuals visiting urban and peri-urban green areas. Landscape and Urban Planning, 13: 221-228

Brief Summary: This article explores the importance of planning green infrastructure in rural and urban regions to enhance ecosystem services and biodiversity. Implications: Green infrastructure plays a vital role in creating sustainable rural-urban linkages. Recommendations: Include green infrastructure planning in regional action plans, emphasizing the creation of green corridors, sustainable land-use practices, and biodiversity conservation to enhance ecological connections between rural and urban areas.

URL: Planning for Green Infrastructure

Original Reference: Calfapietra, C., Penuelas, J. & Niinemets, U. (2015). Urban Plant Physiology: adaptation-mitigation strategies under permanent stress. Trends in Plant Science, 20: 72-75

Brief Summary: This study investigates how climate change affects plant biology and agricultural systems, which can have significant implications for rural areas. Implications: Climate change poses challenges for agricultural production and rural economies. Recommendations: Include climate resilience strategies in the regional action plans, promoting climate-smart agriculture and sustainable practices that protect ecosystems and rural livelihoods.

URL: Plant Responses to Climate Change

Original Reference: Turkelboom, F. et al. (2017). Local Planning with Ecosystem Services & Stakeholder Participation. OpenNESS Project Brief No. 7.

Brief Summary: This brief highlights the importance of incorporating ecosystem services into local planning efforts. Implication: PoliRuralPlus can promote nature-based solutions in both rural and urban areas, ensuring ecological sustainability while enhancing regional resilience.

URL: http://www.openness-project.eu/sites/default/files/Policy%20Brief_ES_local%20planning_final%20300817.pdf

Original Reference: Kampa, E. & Buijse, T. (2015). A fresh look on effective river restoration: Key conclusions from the REFORM project. Policy brief N°3.

Brief Summary: This brief discusses river restoration challenges and strategies for improving aquatic ecosystems. For PoliRuralPlus, integrating river management into regional planning can boost environmental and economic sustainability.

URL: https://www.reformrivers.eu/system/files/REFORM_Policy_Brief_No3.pdf

Original Reference: Hernandez-Morcilloa, M. et al. (2018). Scanning agroforestry-based solutions for climate change mitigation and adaptation in Europe. Environmental Science and Policy, 80: 44–52.

Brief Summary: This paper explores policy innovations aimed at fostering sustainable links between urban and rural areas. Recommendations: Use policy innovation to frame RAPs around sustainability, leveraging technologies and data to support adaptive governance frameworks.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envsci.2017.11.015

Original Reference: Marechal, A. et al. (2018). Policy lessons and recommendations from the PEGASUS project. PEGASUS Project Deliverable 5.4.

Brief Summary: Focuses on promoting public goods through sustainable agriculture. PoliRuralPlus can leverage these findings to foster sustainable agricultural practices in rural areas to strengthen rural-urban ties.

URL: https://www.pegasus-eu-project.eu/system/files/documents/PEGASUS_D5.4_Policy_lessons_final.pdf

Original Reference: Mukhtarov, F. et al. (2019). Collaborative learning for policy innovations: sustainable urban drainage systems in Leicester, England. Journal of Environmental Policy and Planning, 21(3): 288-301.

Brief Summary: Examines how policy networks can drive rural development. PoliRuralPlus should strengthen rural-urban policy networks to improve cooperation between regions and ensure holistic planning.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/1523908X.2019.1570976