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Evaluation of Conservation Efficiency: Metrics for the Management of Permanent Preservation Areas and Legal Reserves in Brazil

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Autor(es):
Degaspari, Iracema Alves Manoel ; Monteiro, Dionne Cavalcante ; Garcia Jr, Dirson Antonio ; de Brito, Edgar Alberto ; Gomede, Everton ; Schwertner, Gilberto ; Breda, Gean Davis
Número total de Autores: 7
Tipo de documento: Artigo Científico
Fonte: SUSTAINABILITY; v. 17, n. 5, p. 32-pg., 2025-03-01.
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The Brazilian Forest Code regulates Permanent Preservation Areas (PPA) and Legal Reserves (LR) across all federative states. These areas support the maintenance of ecological functions and are essential for biodiversity conservation and environmental balance. However, implementing these initiatives faces significant challenges, particularly in supporting the expansion of agribusiness. Effective management is essential for economic development while also preserving natural habitats. Our study relies on data from the Rural Environmental Registry (RER), managed by the Brazilian Federal Government, to assess PPA and LR in S & atilde;o Paulo. We apply the geometric metrics of the Circularity Index, Edge Factor, Fractal Dimension, and Compactness Index to evaluate these protected areas' shape and physical characteristics, individually and as groups. The results underscore the relationship between the morphology of these areas and their ecological functions, including their susceptibility to edge effects and habitat degradation. Moreover, the large-scale analysis correlating several areas revealed the complexity of these landscapes, characterized by differing degrees of connectivity, vulnerability, and ecological efficiency, while assessing 645 districts. In conclusion, the results provide a framework for implementing protected areas that support ecosystem management and biodiversity conservation, particularly for enhancing agricultural productivity. (AU)

Processo FAPESP: 23/13335-2 - Plataforma inclusiva para valoração de serviços ambientais
Beneficiário:Dirson Antonio Garcia Junior
Modalidade de apoio: Auxílio à Pesquisa - Pesquisa Inovativa em Pequenas Empresas - PIPE
Processo FAPESP: 24/10269-1 - Plano de atividades para desenvolvimento, supervisão de operações, coordenação de equipes e implementação de projeto da pivsa
Beneficiário:Iracema Alves Manoel Degaspari
Modalidade de apoio: Bolsas no Brasil - Programa Capacitação - Treinamento Técnico