Over the past 25 years, geoconservation studies and interest in geoheritage have grown
significantly. However, the assessment of degradation risks associated with geosites …

Currently, global warming, invasive alien species and tourism development pose major
threats to Natural World Heritage sites, and the strengthening of conservation methods and …

Water is an essential element for agricultural sustainability. In volcanic islands, freshwater
sources are limited, challenging the local farming water supply. Rainfall dependence in the …

This research emphasizes the vital role of geoeducation in fostering a deeper appreciation
of palaeovolcanic geoheritage in the Kratovo-Zletovo palaeovolcanic area, which is in the …

Global geoparks, ie, the members of the UNESCO Global Geopark (UGGp) network,
possess highly valuable geoheritage resources, which can be used for the purposes of not …

In this work, the old Lungro mining site was studied by applying two classification methods
(Brilha and IELIG Method), considering the site-specific scientific, educational, touristic, and …

The promotion of geological heritage can significantly contribute to geoeducation. As
geosites are areas that can be visited by everyone and not just experts on the field, a good …

Galapagos was declared a Natural World Heritage Site (1976), UNESCO Biosphere
Reserve (1984), and Ramsar Site (2001) because of its unique flora, fauna and landscapes …

Sustainable tourism provides social, environmental and economic benefits and is vital in
natural areas. The Galapagos Islands represent a natural environment that integrates …

The present study aims to tackle the complex task of identifying optimal areas for defining
geomorphosites in large regions, considering various influencing factors. The study focuses …