Application of Risk Management and Uncertainty Concepts and Methods for Ecosystem Restoration: Principles and Best Practice

Abstract

Ecosystem restoration projects are often characterized by uncertainties that should be assessed according to current guidance (ER 1105-2-100) (USACE 2000), but in many projects, these issues are not always explicitly addressed. Inability to quantify risk and uncertainty often results in overly-conservative restoration management alternatives, resulting in inefficient allocations of capital and potentially significant, consequential damages and losses. The purpose of this technical note is to present one approach to risk management. Other approaches focus on more qualitative techniques. As part of this discussion, several case studies are used to illustrate aspects of current practice within the USACE.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 2012
Accession Number
ADA571263

Entities

People

  • Burton C Suedel
  • Igor Linkov
  • J. Craig Fischenich
  • John Vogel
  • L. J. Valverde Jr.
  • Marshall Plumley
  • Todd Bridges

Organizations

  • Engineer Research and Development Center

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems
  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Best Practices
  • Business Administration
  • Case Studies
  • Ecosystems
  • Engineers
  • Environment
  • Environmental Management
  • Fish
  • Flood Control
  • Habitats
  • Knowledge Management
  • Natural Resources
  • Risk
  • Risk Analysis
  • Risk Management
  • Water Resources
  • Wildlife

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Facility/Structural Engineering.
  • Systems Analysis and Design