The causal revolution in biodiversity conservation

Julia P. G. Jones; Ganga Shreedhar

doi:10.1038/s41562-024-01897-6

The causal revolution in biodiversity conservation

Julia P. G. Jones, Ganga Shreedhar

School of Environmental & Natural Sciences

London School of Economics

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Causal inference is needed to understand whether conservation is working. There is a substantial role for behavioural science, as interventions often depend on behaviour change. A focus on design over data, embracing mixed methods and support from funders will help to provide the evidence needed to reverse biodiversity loss.

Original language	English
Journal	Nature Human Behaviour
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1038/s41562-024-01897-6
Publication status	E-pub ahead of print - 24 May 2024

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