Communicating the value of marine conservation using an ecosystem service matrix approach

Highlights

• An ecosystem service matrix was developed and applied in marine protected areas.
• Integrating habitat area and quality improved estimates of service potential.
• Results demonstrated increased service provision over time following protection.
• Results demonstrated differences in service provision across marine protected areas.
• The approach helps to communicate the non-market value of marine conservation.

Keywords

Ecosystem services, Habitats, Marine conservation, Marine protected areas, Marine reserve, Marine spatial planning, Matrix, MPA