Enrica Garau
Biographic Data
| ID | 903376 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Enrica Garau |
| GIVEN NAMES | Enrica |
| FAMILY NAME | Garau |
| SIGNATURE | GARAU E |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Almería |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-3706-8431 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 10 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 9 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 10 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2021 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 2 |
Which landscape do you prefer? The role of emotions on choices for landscape management
Landscape preferences refer to the subjective likes and dislikes people have regarding various types of landscapes. However, the specific role that emotions play in this question and their impact on influencing choices for landscape is still poorly studied. To address this gap, we hypothesise that landscapes evoke emotions and we explore whether they have a role in shaping landscape preferences. Using 109 semi-structured interviews we captured th…
A Methodological Pathway for Supporting the Transition From Theory to Practice in Action‐Oriented Research for Transformative Change
Over recent decades, action‐oriented research has gained prominence in co‐producing actionable knowledge to drive transformative change toward sustainability. However, further methodological developments are needed to support the transition to the application phase of such knowledge. This study presents a novel methodological pathway applied through two identical workshops in two case studies within the Spanish drylands. Grounded in previously co…
Diverse values of nature can drive transformative change in the Wefe nexus governance in Mediterranean countries
The water–energy–food–ecosystem (WEFE) nexus has emerged as a useful concept to describe and address complex interdependencies in natural resource governance. However, most existing research predominantly emphasizes biophysical and economic dimensions, overlooking the social and cultural dimensions of the nexus and how communities perceive and value these interconnections at diverse local scales. This study aims to bridge this gap by integrating …
Exploring agricultural stakeholders’ mental models of the water-energy-food-ecosystems (Wefe) Nexus: Insights from Mediterranean case studies
A methodological approach for integrating human emotions in protected areas management: Insights from SE Spain
We found a research gap on the role of emotions in the management of protected areas. • We proposed a spatial methodological approach to integrate human emotions in protected areas. • Emotional relationships between people and protected areas are analysed using an Emotional Nonparametric Relation Index (ENRI) • We found a strong correlation between the emotional pattern, the level of protection, and the aridity gradient of protected areas. • Inte…
Emotional attachment and philosophical worldviews explain human connectedness to nature in abandoned rural Spain
Land abandonment and rural depopulation are escalating worldwide, presenting sustainability dilemmas for both rural and urban regions. However, there remains a dearth of research on the sociocultural dimensions of abandonment from a local standpoint. This investigation focuses on a case study conducted in southeastern Spain, wherein a social survey was used to evaluate the perspectives of local communities concerning human–nature interconnectedne…
Applying the Three Horizons approach in local and regional scenarios to support policy coherence in SDG implementation: Insights from arid Spain
Policy coherence across governance scales is needed for SDG implementation. • An adaptation version of Three Horizons identifies and compares local/regional themes. • Similar/dissimilar themes across scales can assist in harmonizing policy priorities. • Associations between strategies’ themes can help coordinate action across scales. • The approach can support policy coherence for advancing SDG implementation. The Three Horizons for the Sustainab…
Deconstructing Ecosystem Service Conflicts through the Prisms of Political Ecology and Game Theory in a North-Western Mediterranean River Basin
Power relationships, access and control, (in)equity, and (in)justice are key modulators of conflicts arising from ecosystem services between multiple stakeholders. A greater knowledge of stakeholder value systems and behaviors is crucial for understanding socioecological dynamics. We propose an analytical framework that combines political ecology and game theory to analyze water ecosystem services. This integrated framework was used to reinterpre…
What is a river basin? Assessing and understanding the sociocultural mental constructs of landscapes from different stakeholders across a river basin
In the Mediterranean basin, climate models predict future scenarios characterized by more frequently uncertain hydrological services. European policies increasingly promote new models of water management based on river basins as socioecological systems and participatory strategies to ensure better inclusiveness and representativeness of all local actors. Practice has demonstrated the value of stakeholder engagement for achieving more productive a…
Follow the flow: Analysis of relationships between water ecosystem service supply units and beneficiaries
Applying the Three Horizons approach in local and regional scenarios to support policy coherence in SDG implementation: Insights from arid Spain
Policy coherence across governance scales is needed for SDG implementation. • An adaptation version of Three Horizons identifies and compares local/regional themes. • Similar/dissimilar themes across scales can assist in harmonizing policy priorities. • Associations between strategies’ themes can help coordinate action across scales. • The approach can support policy coherence for advancing SDG implementation. The Three Horizons for the Sustainab…
Emotional attachment and philosophical worldviews explain human connectedness to nature in abandoned rural Spain
Land abandonment and rural depopulation are escalating worldwide, presenting sustainability dilemmas for both rural and urban regions. However, there remains a dearth of research on the sociocultural dimensions of abandonment from a local standpoint. This investigation focuses on a case study conducted in southeastern Spain, wherein a social survey was used to evaluate the perspectives of local communities concerning human–nature interconnectedne…
What is a river basin? Assessing and understanding the sociocultural mental constructs of landscapes from different stakeholders across a river basin
In the Mediterranean basin, climate models predict future scenarios characterized by more frequently uncertain hydrological services. European policies increasingly promote new models of water management based on river basins as socioecological systems and participatory strategies to ensure better inclusiveness and representativeness of all local actors. Practice has demonstrated the value of stakeholder engagement for achieving more productive a…
Follow the flow: Analysis of relationships between water ecosystem service supply units and beneficiaries
Deconstructing Ecosystem Service Conflicts through the Prisms of Political Ecology and Game Theory in a North-Western Mediterranean River Basin
Power relationships, access and control, (in)equity, and (in)justice are key modulators of conflicts arising from ecosystem services between multiple stakeholders. A greater knowledge of stakeholder value systems and behaviors is crucial for understanding socioecological dynamics. We propose an analytical framework that combines political ecology and game theory to analyze water ecosystem services. This integrated framework was used to reinterpre…
A methodological approach for integrating human emotions in protected areas management: Insights from SE Spain
We found a research gap on the role of emotions in the management of protected areas. • We proposed a spatial methodological approach to integrate human emotions in protected areas. • Emotional relationships between people and protected areas are analysed using an Emotional Nonparametric Relation Index (ENRI) • We found a strong correlation between the emotional pattern, the level of protection, and the aridity gradient of protected areas. • Inte…
Emotional attachment and philosophical worldviews explain human connectedness to nature in abandoned rural Spain
Land abandonment and rural depopulation are escalating worldwide, presenting sustainability dilemmas for both rural and urban regions. However, there remains a dearth of research on the sociocultural dimensions of abandonment from a local standpoint. This investigation focuses on a case study conducted in southeastern Spain, wherein a social survey was used to evaluate the perspectives of local communities concerning human–nature interconnectedne…
Applying the Three Horizons approach in local and regional scenarios to support policy coherence in SDG implementation: Insights from arid Spain
Policy coherence across governance scales is needed for SDG implementation. • An adaptation version of Three Horizons identifies and compares local/regional themes. • Similar/dissimilar themes across scales can assist in harmonizing policy priorities. • Associations between strategies’ themes can help coordinate action across scales. • The approach can support policy coherence for advancing SDG implementation. The Three Horizons for the Sustainab…
Diverse values of nature can drive transformative change in the Wefe nexus governance in Mediterranean countries
The water–energy–food–ecosystem (WEFE) nexus has emerged as a useful concept to describe and address complex interdependencies in natural resource governance. However, most existing research predominantly emphasizes biophysical and economic dimensions, overlooking the social and cultural dimensions of the nexus and how communities perceive and value these interconnections at diverse local scales. This study aims to bridge this gap by integrating …
Exploring agricultural stakeholders’ mental models of the water-energy-food-ecosystems (Wefe) Nexus: Insights from Mediterranean case studies
Which landscape do you prefer? The role of emotions on choices for landscape management
Landscape preferences refer to the subjective likes and dislikes people have regarding various types of landscapes. However, the specific role that emotions play in this question and their impact on influencing choices for landscape is still poorly studied. To address this gap, we hypothesise that landscapes evoke emotions and we explore whether they have a role in shaping landscape preferences. Using 109 semi-structured interviews we captured th…
A Methodological Pathway for Supporting the Transition From Theory to Practice in Action‐Oriented Research for Transformative Change
Over recent decades, action‐oriented research has gained prominence in co‐producing actionable knowledge to drive transformative change toward sustainability. However, further methodological developments are needed to support the transition to the application phase of such knowledge. This study presents a novel methodological pathway applied through two identical workshops in two case studies within the Spanish drylands. Grounded in previously co…
Geography (8 works) · Environmental resource management (7 works) · Computer Science (5 works) · Economics (5 works) · Environmental planning (5 works) · Land Use and Ecosystem Services (5 works) · Business (4 works) · Ecology (4 works) · Environmental Science (4 works) · Political science (4 works)