Effectiveness of Environmental Management practices in the Stoessel de Brito Private Natural Heritage Reserve (RPPN), NE- Brazil
Effectiveness of Environmental Management practices in the Stoessel de Brito Private Natural Heritage Reserve (RPPN), NE- Brazil
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https://doi.org/10.21680/2447-3359.2026v12n1ID42087Abstract
In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the interest of landowners in converting portions of their properties into protected areas, such as Private Natural Heritage Reserves (RPPNs), aligning economic, social, and environmental development policies with conservation principles. Within this context, various methodologies have been developed to assess the management effectiveness of protected areas, among which the Rapid Assessment and Prioritization of Protected Area Management (RAPPAM) stands out. This study aimed to apply the RAPPAM method to evaluate the environmental management of the Stoessel de Brito RPPN. Data collection was carried out through a structured interview and an in loco technical visit, enabling the identification of the main strengths and weaknesses of the reserve. The results indicated a medium level of management effectiveness, suggesting satisfactory conditions for conservation, although limitations persist that reduce management efficiency. The study area presented favorable characteristics for maintaining and balancing the Caatinga ecosystem, with a tendency toward improved management effectiveness in the coming years. It is concluded that strengthening planning and management actions is essential to enhance the effectiveness of RPPNs as key instruments for biodiversity conservation.
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