Gloxin, Kira (2025) The Applicability of IPBES Management Actions for Invasive Alien Species, the Case of Hedychium coronarium in Otún Quimbaya. Bachelor thesis, Global Responsibility & Leadership (GRL).
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Abstract
Biological invasions increasingly disrupt ecosystems, having long-term ecological, social and economic impacts. To mitigate these effects, global approaches such as the strategic actions for integrated governance of invasive species by the Intergovernmental Science Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) have been proposed. However, their success depends on the applicability to local contexts. This study analysed the feasibility of global strategies to the case of Hedychium coronarium in the Otún Quimbaya Fauna and Flora Sanctuary (SFFOQ), in Colombia. Combining an exploratory review and stakeholder interviews, the research focused on the six IPBES objectives –prevention & preparedness, early detection, eradication, containment & control, ecosystem restoration and public awareness– alongside the seven strategic actions for integrated governance of the 2023 IPBES assessment. The results indicated that the IPBES strategic actions do not align completely for the local context. Broad and top-down strategies, limited institutional coordination and a lack of context-sensitive implementation tools were the major barriers. Additionally, national regulations constrain effective management through institutional inconsistency, short-term funding and contracts, top-down decision making and low prioritisation of invasive species. This research revealed that although the IPBES strategic actions provide useful guidance and are an important step, national support and adaptation to local realities are necessary for its applicability. To manage invasive species more effectively, it will be essential to strengthen long-term funding, data sharing and local authority with the help of focused national measures and IPBES-facilitated collaboration.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Bachelor) |
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| Name supervisor: | Garzon Lopez, C.X. |
| Date Deposited: | 10 Jun 2025 09:33 |
| Last Modified: | 10 Jun 2025 09:33 |
| URI: | https://campus-fryslan.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/612 |
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