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| Author: | Binder, C.R. (et al.) |
| Title: | Transition towards improved regional wood flows by integrating material flux analysis and agent analysis: the case of Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland |
| Journal: | Ecological Economics
2004 : MAY, VOL. 49:1, p. 1-17 |
| Index terms: | Management Wood industry Switzerland Models |
| Language: | eng |
| Abstract: | In this article the contribution of material flux analysis and agent analysis to the transition towards improved regional wood management is examined. Integrating the two methods, this article provides a wood flow analysis for forests, wood processing industries and consumption in Appenzell Ausserhoden, Switzerland. The results show that the forest is underutilized and this jeopardizes long-term sustainable development. There are two main causes for the underutilization: firstly, harvesting trees is unproductive for the wood prices are too low, and secondly, consumer wood demand and the current supply from forest owners are not equivalent. |
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