Analysis of Present and Future Carbon Storage in the Forests of the Credit River Watershed
Using inventory data, the total tons of carbon stored in Credit River watershed’s forests and plantations was estimated, and predicted up to 2030.
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Business Case for Natural Assets in the Region of Peel: Benefits to Municipalities and Local Communities
This study uses two case study locations in Peel Region to make a business case for the management of natural assets under various risk and climate change scenarios. Appendices 1-3 of the report describe the Rapid Condition Assessment Methodology developed by CVC.
Environmantal Benefit Index for Wetland Restoration on Private Lands in the Greenbelt Region of Ontario, Canada: User Manual
This manual on the Greenbelt-specific Environmental Benefit Index (EBI) is to measure changes in ecosystem services as a result of landowners undertaking specific wetland restoration activities.
Environmental Benefit Index for Wetland Restoration on Private Lands in the Greenbelt Region of Ontario, Canada: Literature Review and Conceptual Framework
The study reviews economic fundamentals of reverse auctions (RAs) and Environmental Benefit Indices (EBIs) used in the USA, Australia, and Canada. The study also recommends a framework for a Greenbelt-specific wetland restoration EBI that includes biological, hydrological, and social benefits.
Landowner Views on Wetland Enhancement and Restoration in and Adjacent to The Credit River Watershed
Through surveys of landowners, this report: (i) documents landowner wetland management history; (ii) understands landowner preferences and attitudes about wetlands and the ecosystem services they provide; (iii)
assesses the willingness of landowners to implement wetland restoration or enhancement on their
property; and (iv) evaluates landowner preferences for compensation.
Life Cycle Costing of Restoration and Environmental Management Actions: Costing Natural Assets in Peel Region
CVC retained Beacon Environmental Limited with Green Analytics and Associated Engineering to develop reasonable and defensible life cycle cost estimates for the creation, restoration or rehabilitation and long-term management of selected natural assets.
Natural Asset Carbon Assessment Guide and Toolbox (NACAGT)
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To guide and standardize the use of tools, methods, and resources for conducting carbon assessments across Southern Ontario.
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Socio-Demographic Profile of the Credit River Watershed
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Report outlining key demographic census-based data across CVC’s jurisdiction.
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The Credit Watershed: Property Value Appreciation: Impacts of Natural Features
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This study evaluates the increase in the value of properties proximal to natural features (i.e.,
ravines and upland green space).
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The Credit Watershed: Valuation of Angling
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This report assesses the economic value of the Credit River fishery, and specifically, angling activity.
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