This study provides a framework for evaluating protected area planning processes based on best practices criteria. The 35 criteria are divided into three categories: process (13 criteria), outcome (9 criteria), and implementation (13 criteria). The methodology is illustrated by a case study evaluation of the protected area planning process in British Columbia, Canada

Type of Case
Printed publication (book, sourcebook, journal article…)

Publisher
Environments Journal

Region
Americas

Biome
All

Forest Type
All forest types (natural and planted)

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All